Learn “disrupted”, “affected”, “estimated” in slow English. From: Cyberattacks hit supermarkets across Europe.
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Vocabulary in this episode
- cyberattacks
You’ll hear words from the bulletin about cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration.
Cyberattacks are attempts to damage or control computers through the internet.
- refrigeration
You’ll hear words from the bulletin about cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration.
Refrigeration is the process of keeping something cold, often using special equipment.
- bulletin
You’ll hear words from the bulletin about cyberattacks on supermarket refrigeration.
A bulletin is a short news report.
- power cut
For example: A power cut disrupted the train service.
A power cut is a time when the supply of electricity stops.
- road closure
For example: The road closure affected several nearby shops.
A road closure is a situation where people cannot use a road.
- builder
For example: The builder estimated the repair cost before starting work.
A builder is a person whose job is to make or repair buildings.