[20.5.24] ETS 2023 RC_Test 1

• medieval (a)  /ˌmed.iˈiː.vəl/


  related to the Middle Ages (= the period in European history from about AD 600 to AD 1500)

  
  

  Ex: With her numerous credentials, Dr.Kwan is highly ready to teach medieval history at Maston University
• mandatory (a)  /ˈmæn.də.tɔːr.i/


  used to describe something that must be done, usually because the law states that it is necessary

  
  

  Ex: They would make it mandatory for everyone to have health insurance.
• vaguely (adv) /ˈveɪɡ.li/

  1. in a way that is not clearly expressed, known, described, or decided
  2. without giving many details or facts, especially because you do not want to tell someone everything that you know

  
  

  Ex: I vaguely remembered having met her before.
• assure (v)


  to tell someone confidently that something is true, especially so that they do not worry

  
  

  Ex: Before the seminar began, attendees were assured that all schedules presenters would appear
• record (n) /ˈrek.ɚd/


  a piece of information (s.o/sth) or a description of an event that is written on paper or stored on a computer

  Ex: A person's medical records are confidential.
• coat (v)


  to cover something with a layer of a particular substance

  • Ex: -After coating the potato in flour and spieces, chef should place them directly into the deep fryer
  • When the biscuits are cool, coat them in melted chocolate
• harbor (n)


  a protected area of water next to the land where ships and boats can be safely kept

  Ex: The city's harbor is reasonable to container ships and fishing vessels of all sizes
• vessel (n)

  a large boat or a ship

  Ex: a cargo/fishing/naval/patrol/sailing/supply vessel
• stationery (n)


  the things needed for writing, such as paper, pens, pencils, and envelopes

  Ex: The company realized it was spending too much on stationery.
• clearance sale (n)


  an occasion when goods are offered for sale cheaply so that people will be encouraged to buy them and there will be space for new goods

  Ex: As business slowed, some chains held clearance sales to lure customers and get rid of summer goods.