Exam: TOEIC

Definition: A device or lever that controls the flow of fuel or air to an engine, affecting its speed and power.

Example: He pressed the throttle to accelerate the car.

Definition: To control or limit the amount of fuel or air that goes into an engine, or to strangle or choke someone or something.

Example: The mechanic adjusted the throttle to improve the engine's performance.

Definition: The amount of work or information that can be processed or produced in a given time period.

Example: The network's throughput increased significantly after the upgrade.

Definition: The amount of data or material that can be processed or transmitted in a given time period.

Example: The network's thruput increased significantly after the upgrade.

Definition: A piece of paper or card that shows you have paid for a service or have the right to enter a place, like a concert or a bus.

Example: I bought a ticket to the concert next week.

Definition: To provide someone with a ticket for travel or entry, or to mark something with a ticket for identification or purpose.

Example: The airline will ticket all passengers before the flight departs.

Definition: The process of providing or selling tickets for events, travel, or services.

Example: The ticketing system was updated to make it easier for customers to purchase their tickets online.

Definition: A person whose job is to lay tiles on floors, walls, or other surfaces.

Example: The tiler worked all day to finish the bathroom renovation.

Definition: A container or drawer used to hold money, especially in a shop or store.

Example: The cashier opened the till to give change to the customer.

Definition: Up to the point in time or event mentioned.

Example: We will wait here till you arrive.

Definition: To prepare land for growing crops by breaking up the soil and making it ready for planting.

Example: Farmers till the soil in the spring to get it ready for planting seeds.

Definition: To lean or incline to one side; to become unsteady and possibly fall.

Example: The cat tipped over the vase while trying to reach the window.

Definition: A small amount of money given to someone for their service, or a helpful piece of advice or information.

Example: She left a generous tip for the waiter after the excellent service.

Definition: To cause something to lean or tilt, or to touch lightly in order to change its direction.

Example: He tipped the ball into the goal to score a point.

Definition: The act of giving extra money to someone for their service, usually in restaurants or for other services, as a way to show appreciation.

Example: After the meal, I left a generous tipping for the waiter.

Definition: To give a small amount of money to someone for their service, usually as a way to show appreciation.

Example: I am tipping the waiter for his excellent service.

Definition: A person or shop that sells tobacco products and smoking supplies.

Example: I bought some cigars from the local tobacconist.