Automotive Parts Glossary

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a group of people gathered together for a common purpose

verb to gather together in one place for a common purpose

  • The team will need to assemble all the necessary documents before the meeting.
  • Let's all assemble at the park for a picnic this weekend.
  • We're going to assemble a killer playlist for the party tonight.
  • It took years to assemble the pieces of the puzzle and finally solve the mystery.

noun a type of wire that conducts electricity

  • The electric wire was carefully installed by the electrician to ensure safety.
  • Be careful not to touch that electric wire, it's live!
  • I accidentally zapped myself on the dang electric wire.
  • The tension between them was like a live electric wire, ready to spark at any moment.

noun a person who does a particular job, especially a routine one

  • The jobber was responsible for purchasing materials in bulk for the company.
  • My uncle works as a jobber, buying and selling goods for a profit.
  • The jobber scored a sweet deal on those electronics.
  • In the world of finance, a jobber is like a middleman facilitating transactions.

noun a person or thing that takes the place of another

verb to take the place of something or someone

  • It is essential to replace the old equipment with new and updated technology.
  • I need to replace my phone because it keeps freezing.
  • I'm going to replace my old sneakers with some fresh kicks.
  • Sometimes we need to replace negative thoughts with positive ones for a better mindset.