VIP Class Notes (Nemo)[R]

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graphics (n): 1-also computer graphics IT pictures shown on a computer screen:
E.g.: The storyline of the game was great but the graphics were very disappointing.

trade/labor union-工会, an organization that represents the people who work in a particular industry, protects their rights, and discusses their pay and working conditions with employers:
E.g.: I’ve joined the union .我已经加入工会。
E.g.: a union member工会会员
E.g.: The car workers’ union is demanding a 7% pay rise this year.

tissue (n): soft paper that is used for cleaning, especially your nose, and is thrown away after use, or a small rectangular piece of this:
E.g.: She handed me a tissue just before I sneezed.
E.g.: I always keep a box of tissues in the car.

protocol (n): 1-a formal international agreement:
E.g: The Geneva Protocol of 1925 prohibits the use of poisonous gases in war.
2-the system of rules and acceptable behaviour used at official ceremonies and occasions:
E.g.: a breach of Royal protocol
E.g.: diplomatic protocol

deplete (v):to reduce something in size or amount, especially supplies of energy, money, etc.:
E.g.: If we continue to deplete the earth’s natural resources, we will cause serious damage to the environment.
E.g.: The illness depletes the body of important vitamins.
E.g.: humorous That last holiday seriously depleted my bank account!

sack (n):a large bag made of strong cloth, paper, or plastic, used to store large amounts of something:
E.g.: The corn was stored in large sacks.
E.g.: a sack of potatoes/coal/flour

crop (n): 1-(the total amount collected of) a plant such as a grain, fruit, or vegetable grown in large amounts:
E.g.: The main crops grown for export are coffee and rice.