Unit 2 Week 2 vocabulary

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irrigate

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To supply crops with water through a system of pipes, sprinklers, or streams. Example: The farmer installed a new water pump to irrigate his fields.

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inspector

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A person who reviews or examines something carefully. Example: The home inspector will arrive on Friday to be sure the new electrical system is working properly.

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photographed

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To have a photo recorded on film or as a computer file. Example: The reporter brought along a camera so that the speech could be photographed for the newspaper article.

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prestigious

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Something impressive and important. Example: There is an impressive list of speakers for this year’s prestigious peace conference.

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auditorium

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A large room where an audience gathers for a presentation or performance. Example: The dance recital will be held in the auditorium, located behind the studio.

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impoverished

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To be poor. Example: Many impoverished villages rely on outside donations to meet their medical needs.