Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: The most cheerful and lively in appearance or manner.

Example: She wore the jauntiest hat at the party, making everyone smile.

Definition: To cross a street without using a crosswalk or in a way that is not allowed by traffic laws.

Example: He got a ticket for jaywalking across the busy street.

Definition: A person who crosses the street in a way that is not allowed, such as not using a crosswalk or walking in the road where cars drive.

Example: The jaywalker hurried across the street, ignoring the traffic signals.

Definition: Describing something that is very dark black, similar to the color of a type of coal.

Example: She wore a beautiful jet dress to the party.

Definition: To move or travel quickly, often in a straight line or with great speed.

Example: The athlete jetted across the finish line, winning the race.

Definition: A type of coal that is very dark and shiny, often used in making jewelry, or a fast-moving stream of liquid or gas that comes out of a small opening.

Example: The necklace was made of beautiful jet that sparkled in the light.

Definition: To forcefully send or propel something outwards, often in a stream or spray, usually under pressure.

Example: The engineer designed the machine to jet water at high speed for cleaning purposes.

Definition: A large airplane designed to carry passengers over long distances, powered by jet engines.

Example: The new jetliner can accommodate over 300 passengers comfortably.

Definition: Relating to work or employment, often used to describe something that is done as part of a job or for a specific service.

Example: She found a job opportunity that was perfect for her skills.

Definition: To perform work, especially in a casual or temporary manner, often involving various small tasks or projects.

Example: He decided to job for a few weeks while looking for a full-time position.

Definition: A position or role where a person works to earn money, or a specific task that needs to be completed.

Example: She found a new job as a teacher in the local school.

Definition: To arrange for work to be done by others, often in parts or sections.

Example: The contractor decided to job out the plumbing work to a specialist.

Definition: A person who is employed and holds a specific job position.

Example: The jobholder was recognized for their outstanding performance at work.

Definition: Not having a job or employment.

Example: After the company downsized, many employees found themselves jobless.

Definition: People who do not have a job and are looking for work.

Example: The jobless rate has increased due to the economic downturn.

Definition: A name given to a job in a computer system, used to identify it during processing.

Example: The jobname must be unique to avoid conflicts in the system.

Definition: To ride a horse in a race or to use clever tactics to gain an advantage in a situation.

Example: He decided to jockey for a better position in the competition.

Definition: A person who rides horses in races, usually as a job, or someone who operates a specific vehicle or machine.

Example: The jockey skillfully guided the horse to victory in the race.

Definition: To skillfully maneuver or manage something, often in a clever or tricky way.

Example: He had to jockey the car into the tight parking space.