Vocabulary Flashcards

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bank holiday

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A public holiday during which banks and many other businesses are closed.

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traditions

Back

Customs or beliefs passed down from generation to generation.

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emigrate

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To leave one's own country to settle in another.

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steel band

Back

A musical ensemble consisting of steel drums.

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beforehand

Back

In advance; ahead of time.

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float

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To rest on the surface of a liquid without sinking.

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oil drum

Back

A cylindrical container used for storing oil.

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streamer

Back

A long, narrow strip of paper or other material used for decoration.

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amplifier

Back

An electronic device that increases the amplitude of a signal.

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roar

Back

A loud, deep sound, often made by a lion or a crowd.