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Safety and protection – English vocabulary

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26 English words with meanings: defend, do not leave bags unattended, fence, gate, hide… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on…

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Word list

  1. defend /dɪ'fɛnd/ (verb) — to protect a person, place, or idea from attack
    Example: They defended the village.
    Synonyms: protect, guard, safeguard
  2. do not leave bags unattended (phrase) — do not leave your bags where nobody is watching them
    Example: Do not leave bags unattended.
    Synonyms: Do not leave bags alone, Keep bags with you
  3. fence /fens/ (noun) — a barrier made of wood, wire, or other material
    Example: The fence keeps the animals in.
    Synonyms: barrier, railing, enclosure
  4. gate /ɡeɪt/ (noun) — a movable barrier that closes an opening in a fence or wall
    Example: Please close the gate.
    Synonyms: door, barrier, entrance
  5. hide /haɪd/ (verb) — to put something or yourself where others cannot see it
    Example: She tried to hide behind the door.
    Synonyms: conceal, cover, stash
  6. keep off sth /ki:p ɒf/ (phrase) — to stay away from something or not step on it
    Example: Keep off the grass.
    Synonyms: stay away from, do not step on
  7. mess /mes/ (noun) — a dirty or untidy place or thing
    Example: Your room is a mess.
    Synonyms: disorder, clutter
  8. mosquito /mə'ski:toʊ/ (noun) — a small flying insect that bites and sucks blood
    Example: A mosquito bit my arm.
    Synonyms: gnat, biting insect
  9. peaceful /'pi:sfəl/ (adjective) — quiet and free from violence or worry
    Example: The village is peaceful at night.
    Synonyms: calm, quiet, serene
  10. protect /prə'tɛkt/ (verb) — to keep someone or something safe from harm
    Example: We must protect the children.
    Synonyms: guard, shield, defend
  11. protection /prə'tɛkʃən/ (noun) — something that keeps a person or thing safe
    Example: The helmet gives protection from injury.
    Synonyms: safety, cover, defense
  12. quiet /'kwaɪət/ (adjective) — not noisy and calm
    Example: The room was quiet after the children left.
    Synonyms: silent, calm, peaceful
  13. relax /rɪ'læks/ (verb) — to rest and stop working or worrying
    Example: You should relax after a long day.
    Synonyms: rest, unwind, chill
  14. relaxed /rɪ'lækst/ (adjective) — calm and not worried or tense
    Example: She felt relaxed after the long walk.
    Synonyms: calm, easygoing, at ease
  15. safe /seɪf/ (adjective) — not likely to cause harm or danger
    Example: This bridge is safe to cross.
    Synonyms: secure, protected, harmless
  16. surrounded by /sə'raʊndɪd baɪ/ (phrase) — with things or people all around
    Example: The house is surrounded by trees.
    Synonyms: encircled by, all around
  17. take care /teɪk keər/ (phrase) — a friendly way to say goodbye and stay safe
    Example: Take care and see you tomorrow.
    Synonyms: goodbye, farewell
  18. turn sth on /tɜ:rn sʌmθɪŋ ɑ:n/ (phrase) — to make a machine, light, or device start working
    Example: Turn on the TV, please.
    Synonyms: switch on, activate, start
  19. unable /ʌn'eɪbəl/ (adjective) — not able to do something
    Example: I am unable to come.
    Synonyms: incapable, powerless, unable
  20. unreliable /,ʌnrɪ'laɪəbəl/ (adjective) — not able to be trusted to do what is expected
    Example: The old car is unreliable.
    Synonyms: untrustworthy, inconsistent, undependable
  21. virus [computer] /'vaɪrəs/ (noun) — a harmful program that copies itself and damages computers
    Example: A virus can damage your computer.
    Synonyms: malware, infectious program
  22. warn (+ obj + inf) /wɔ:rn/ (verb) — to tell someone about a danger or possible harm
    Example: The sign warned us not to enter.
    Synonyms: alert, caution, advise
  23. warning /'wɔ:rnɪŋ/ (noun) — a message that tells someone about danger or a possible problem
    Example: The sign gave a warning about the icy road.
    Synonyms: alert, caution, notice
  24. way [route] /ru:t/ (noun) — a road, path, or direction that takes you from one place to another
    Example: Take the scenic route to the lake.
    Synonyms: route, path, way
  25. weak /wi:k/ (adjective) — not strong or powerful
    Example: He felt weak after the long illness.
    Synonyms: frail, feeble, powerless
  26. wi-fi password /'waɪ faɪ 'pæswɜ:rd/ (phrase) — the secret word needed to connect to a wireless internet network
    Example: I forgot the Wi-Fi password.
    Synonyms: network password, login password, internet password

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