Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A device that reads or captures information from documents, images, or objects, often used for digitizing or analyzing data.

Example: I used a scanner to digitize my old photographs.

Definition: Not enough in amount or size; very limited or insufficient.

Example: The scanty rainfall this year has affected the crops significantly.

Definition: A large, flat bone in the back part of the shoulder, also known as the shoulder blade.

Example: The doctor explained that the scapula is important for shoulder movement.

Definition: A situation where there is not enough of something, such as resources or goods, to meet the demand.

Example: The scarcity of water in the region has led to strict conservation measures.

Definition: To make shallow cuts in the surface of something, often to help seeds grow or to create a design on the skin.

Example: The gardener decided to scarify the lawn to improve its health and appearance.

Definition: To move apart and spread out in different directions.

Example: The leaves began to scatter in the wind.

Definition: A small amount of things that are spread out in different places, not in a regular pattern.

Example: There was a scatter of leaves on the ground after the wind blew.

Definition: To cause something to spread out or move in different directions, often by throwing or distributing it.

Example: She decided to scatter the seeds across the garden.

Definition: To search for and collect items that are discarded or no longer wanted, often from waste or dead things.

Example: The birds scavenge for food in the garbage bins.

Definition: To search for and collect useful items or materials from discarded or unwanted things.

Example: The children went to the beach to scavenge for interesting shells and stones.

Definition: A description of a possible situation or sequence of events, often used for planning or imagining what might happen in the future.

Example: In the scenario where it rains tomorrow, we will have to cancel the picnic.

Definition: A part of a play, movie, or story where a specific event happens, or a place where something occurs.

Example: The final scene of the movie was very emotional.

Definition: A plan or list that shows when things will happen, like events or appointments, often organized by time.

Example: I checked my schedule to see if I was free for lunch.

Definition: To arrange or plan something to happen at a specific time or date.

Example: We need to schedule a meeting for next week.