Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A substance that kills germs and harmful microorganisms, often used for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.

Example: The hospital uses a strong germicide to ensure that all surfaces are free of bacteria.

Definition: To start to grow or develop, especially from a seed or an idea.

Example: The seeds will germinate in warm, moist soil.

Definition: To make a seed begin to grow into a plant.

Example: The gardener decided to germinate the seeds indoors before planting them outside.

Definition: The process by which a seed or spore begins to grow and develop into a new plant.

Example: The germination of the seeds took place after a few days of warm weather.

Definition: Not allowing germs to enter or affect something; designed to keep germs out.

Example: The hospital uses germproof materials to ensure a clean environment.

Definition: A form of a verb that ends in -ing and functions as a noun in a sentence, often representing an action or state.

Example: Swimming is my favorite hobby.

Definition: Relating to movements of the body, especially the hands, that express ideas or feelings.

Example: She communicated her excitement through gestural expressions during the presentation.

Definition: In a way that involves gestures or movements of the body to express ideas or feelings.

Example: She communicated gesturally, using her hands to emphasize her points.

Definition: To use hand movements to express something without speaking.

Example: She often gestures when she talks to emphasize her points.

Definition: A movement of the body or limbs that shows a feeling or helps to communicate an idea.

Example: He made a gesture of goodwill by helping his neighbor with the groceries.

Definition: To show or express something using hand movements or body language.

Example: She gestured towards the door to indicate that it was time to leave.

Definition: A person or thing that obtains or acquires something, often used in specific contexts like chemistry or technology.

Example: The getter in the vacuum tube helps to keep the environment clean by removing unwanted gases.

Definition: A person who writes for someone else, allowing that person to take credit for the work.

Example: The author hired a ghostwriter to help complete her memoir.