Upper-Intermediate English (2) • NOUNS • 'H'

noun plural [C ] B2 zoology/common (also back legs, rear legs) • synonyms: back legs, rear limbs • stand on hind legs; kick with hind legs; hind leg strength in animals • freq in AmE: 6/10

the back legs of a four-legged animal, used for support, movement, or standing upright

noun [plural ] B2 • synonyms: utility costs, living expenses, monthly payments • pay/cover/manage household bills; rising/increasing household bills; household bills include electricity/water/gas *• freq in AmE: 7/10

regular payments required to maintain a home, such as for electricity, water, gas, internet, rent, or mortgage; often used in budgeting and cost-of-living contexts

noun [plural ] B2 • synonyms: domestic tasks, home duties, routine chores • do/share/avoid household chores; household chores include cleaning/cooking/laundry; household chores take time/effort *• freq in AmE: 7/10

routine tasks and duties performed to maintain a home, such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, and tidying; often shared among household members

noun [U ] B2 informal • synonyms: hazardous material, toxic substance • hazmat suit/team/protocol; transport/store hazmat; hazmat incident/zone/response • freq in AmE: 7/10

a substance that poses a risk to health, safety, or the environment due to its chemical, biological, or radioactive nature; also used to refer to protective equipment or procedures related to handling such materials