Lesson 9B · New English File Intermediate Vocabulary List

a device used to connect two pieces of equipment that do not connect to each other on their own

"She needs a plug adaptor for her trip to Europe."

"She needs a plug adaptor for her trip to Europe because the outlets are different there."

a small device used for storing or transferring data between electronic devices

"The memory stick stores all his photos."

"The memory stick stores all his photos and he keeps it on his keychain for safekeeping."

a small device that lets you control electrical or electronic devices like TVs from a distance

"The remote control is lost."

"He searched for the television remote control for ten minutes before finding it under the couch cushion where it had fallen between the cushions and the frame."

the technology or system for connecting other devices to a computer

"Please save the file onto this USB flash drive."

"A USB-C connector is a modern standard for charging devices."

to make something stop working usually by flipping a switch

"She switches off the lights now."

"Do not forget to switch off the computer before you leave the office to save energy and protect the equipment from power surges."

to disconnect an electronic device from an electricity source

"Unplug the charger when not in use."

"It is a good idea to unplug your electronic devices during a thunderstorm to protect them from a power surge."

to connect something to an electrical port

"Plug in the charger before using it."

"Before you can use the new printer you need to plug it into a power outlet and connect it to your computer."

to make something start working usually by flipping a switch

"He switches on the television please."

"Please switch on the lights when you enter the dark room so you do not trip over anything and hurt yourself accidentally."

a device that can refill a battery with electrical energy

"The charger is missing."

"I plugged in the charger before the battery died."

a series of keys on a board or touchscreen that we can press or tap to type on a computer, typewriter, smartphone, etc.

"The keyboard is wireless."

"She typed quickly on the keyboard."

a small, handheld device that we move across a flat surface to move the cursor on a computer screen

"Move the mouse."

"He carefully guided the computer mouse across the desk to select the correct icon."

a device consisted of two or three metal pins that can connect a piece of electrical equipment to a power supply when fitted into the holes of an electric outlet

"The electrical plug fits the outlet."

"He inserted the plug into the socket and the lamp immediately lit up the dark corner of the room."

a machine, particularly one connected to a computer, that prints text or pictures onto paper

"My printer needs more ink."

"My printer ran out of ink right before I needed to print my important assignment for class."

an electronic device that connects computer networks and sends data between networks

"Wireless router provides."

"The wireless router provides internet connection to all devices in the house simultaneously every day."

a place where we can plug in devices to connect them to the electricity

"Plug the lamp into the socket."

"The electrical socket provides a safe connection point for household appliances."

equipment that transforms electrical signals into sound, loud enough for public announcements, playing music, etc.

"The speaker played loud music."

"The powerful speaker system filled the entire stadium with clear, resonant sound for the concert."

something such as a button or key that turns a machine, lamp, etc. on or off

"Press the light switch."

"He flipped the light switch several times but nothing happened so he realized the electricity had probably been cut off due to an unpaid bill."

a group of wires bundled together for transmitting electricity that is protected within a rubber case

"The cable is very long."

"We discovered that the damaged cable was the cause of the power outage."

to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

"He deletes the unwanted files permanently."

"Please do not delete the important files from the shared folder without asking me first."

to make something more useful or modern by adding the most recent information to it, improving its faults, or making new features available for it

"Update your software regularly for security."

"It is important to update your software regularly to protect your computer from security vulnerabilities and ensure optimal performance."

to turn a switch on a device so that it makes more sound, heat, etc.

"She turns up the radio volume."

"The music was too quiet so I asked the DJ to turn up the volume so everyone could hear the song clearly."

to add a piece of software to a computer system

"Install the app on your phone."

"The technician will install the new software on all company computers over the weekend to avoid disrupting daily operations."

to adjust something to be in a suitable or desired condition for a specific purpose or use

"She sets the table for dinner."

"You need to set the table before the guests arrive for dinner tonight."

to turn a switch on a device so that it makes less sound, heat, etc.

"Turn down the music."

"Could you please turn down the volume on the television; it's quite loud for this hour?"