Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A type of software that shows advertisements while it is being used, often provided for free to help cover costs.

Example: Many free applications come bundled with adware that displays ads during use.

Definition: To make something have air or gas in it, often to improve its quality or help it work better. This can involve adding air to soil or mixing a liquid with gas.

Example: Farmers aerate the soil to improve its quality and promote healthy plant growth.

Definition: The process of mixing air with a substance, like soil or liquid, to improve its quality or help it function better.

Example: Aeration is essential for healthy plant growth as it allows roots to access oxygen.

Definition: Relating to the air or atmosphere; something that is above the ground or in the sky.

Example: The aerial view of the city was breathtaking.

Definition: A structure used to send or receive radio signals, often positioned high in the air. It can also refer to a type of acrobatic move done in the air, like those performed by gymnasts or skiers.

Example: The technician installed a new aerial on the roof to improve the television signal.

Definition: In a way that relates to the air or is done in the air.

Example: The drones delivered supplies aerially to the remote village.

Definition: Relating to the way air moves around things, especially designed to reduce resistance from the air and improve speed or efficiency.

Example: The new car model features an aerodynamic design that improves its fuel efficiency.

Definition: Relating to the way air moves around things, especially in terms of how shapes can reduce air resistance.

Example: The aerodynamical design of the car helps it achieve higher speeds with less fuel consumption.

Definition: The study of how objects move through air and the forces that affect them, especially when they are in motion.

Example: Aerodynamics is crucial for the design of efficient aircraft.

Definition: A shape designed to create lift when air flows over it, commonly used in aircraft wings and other vehicles to help them fly.

Example: The engineer designed a new aerofoil to improve the aircraft's performance.

Definition: A strong and unreasonable fear of air or the movement of air, which can include fear of flying or being in open spaces.

Example: Her aerophobia made it difficult for her to travel by plane.