Groups and organisations 2
27 English words (level B2) with a simple English definition and an example sentence. In the app you can hear every word and practise with flashcards, a quiz, spelling and listening.
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| English | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| heap | an untidy pile; also a lot (informal) | There's a heap of clothes on the floor. |
| institution | a large organization; also an old tradition | Banks are financial institutions. |
| jury | a group of people who decide if someone is guilty in court | The jury found him guilty. |
| knot | a tie made in string or rope; also a tight feeling | Tie a knot in the rope. |
| legislature | the group of people who make laws | The state legislature voted yesterday. |
| litter | rubbish left on the ground; also baby animals born together | Don't drop litter. |
| manufacturer | a company that makes goods | Contact the manufacturer. |
| navy | a country's military ships and sailors | He joined the navy. |
| nobility | people of high social rank with titles; also good character | He was a member of the nobility. |
| outfit | a set of clothes worn together | She bought a new outfit for the party. |
| packet | a small paper or plastic container | I bought a packet of biscuits. |
| parade | a public celebration where people march through the streets | We watched the parade. |
| parliament | the group of people elected to make laws | Parliament voted for the new law. |
| partnership | working together; also a business owned by partners | The two companies formed a partnership. |
| personnel | the people who work for an organization | All personnel must wear badges. |
| rally | a large public meeting to support something; also a car race | Thousands joined the rally. |
| regime | a government, especially one not chosen fairly; also a system | The regime was very strict. |
| repertoire | all the songs, plays or skills someone can perform | The band has a large repertoire. |
| seminar | a class or meeting for discussing a subject | I'm going to a seminar on marketing. |
| species | a group of animals or plants of the same type | This species is endangered. |
| squad | a small group of soldiers, police or players | He is in the national squad. |
| stack | a neat pile of things | There's a stack of books on my desk. |
| subculture | a group in society with its own beliefs and style | Punk was a youth subculture. |
| tribe | a group of families with the same culture and leader | The tribe lives in the forest. |
| troop | a group of soldiers; troops: soldiers | The troops arrived in the city. |
| tyranny | cruel and unfair government | They fought against tyranny. |
| utility | a service like water, gas or electricity; also usefulness | The rent includes utilities. |