Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A temporary structure made of wood or metal that supports workers and materials during the construction or repair of buildings.

Example: The workers climbed up the scaffolding to reach the top of the building.

Definition: In a way that allows for growth or expansion without losing performance or efficiency.

Example: The software can be scaled up to handle more users scalably.

Definition: Not available.

Example: Not available.

Definition: To become burned by hot liquid or steam.

Example: After accidentally spilling hot water, he scalded himself and had to seek medical help.

Definition: An injury to the body caused by hot liquid or steam.

Example: He suffered a scald from the boiling water.

Definition: To burn someone or something with hot liquid or steam, or to heat a liquid just below its boiling point.

Example: Be careful not to scald yourself with the hot water.

Definition: To climb or ascend, often referring to going up something like a mountain or a wall.

Example: The climbers decided to scale the steep cliff despite the challenging weather conditions.

Definition: A system or device used to measure weight or size, or a series of marks used to represent a range of values, such as on a map or a musical scale.

Example: The architect used a scale to ensure the building plans were accurate.

Definition: To remove something from a surface, especially in a way that makes it clean or smooth, or to adjust something according to a standard or by specific amounts.

Example: The dentist had to scale the patient's teeth to remove the tartar buildup.

Definition: A small, sharp knife used by doctors during surgery to cut skin and tissue.

Example: The surgeon carefully used a scalpel to make the incision.

Definition: A dishonest plan or trick to get money or something valuable from someone.

Example: He fell for a scam that promised to double his investment.

Definition: To trick someone in order to get their money or personal information.

Example: He tried to scam me by selling fake tickets.

Definition: Having a playful or mischievous quality, often in a charming or endearing way.

Example: The scampish boy always found a way to make his friends laugh with his silly antics.

Definition: To look quickly over something in order to find information or to check for something.

Example: I will scan the document for any errors before submitting it.

Definition: A process of examining something closely or a picture made by using a scanner.

Example: The doctor reviewed the scan to check for any abnormalities.

Definition: To look at or examine something carefully, often using a device to capture an image or data.

Example: The doctor will scan the patient's body to check for any issues.

Definition: Able to be quickly read or examined, often referring to text or images that are easy to scan visually.

Example: The brochure was designed to be scannable, making it easy for readers to find important information quickly.

Definition: Converted to a digital format using a device that captures images or text.

Example: The scanned document was sent via email.

Definition: To look at something carefully in order to find information or to check for something.

Example: She scanned the document for any errors before submitting it.