burnish - vylepšit, napravit (reputaci apod.)

verb, formal - to improve something, especially reputation or image

grid - rošt, mřížka, mříž

noun - a framework of metal or bars used for holding or supporting something

grid - elektrická síť, rozvodná síť

noun - a system of electrical wires through which electricity is distributed

wither away - chřadnout, vadnout, uvadat, zvadnout, usychat, uschnout

verb - (of plants) to become drier and start dying

counter - pracovní plocha (např. na kuchyňské lince)

noun, American English - the surface of a kitchen cupboard etc. that you work on

creamer - nádobka na smetanu (do kávy apod.)

noun - a small container for holding cream

 

Asian - Asijec, Asiat

noun - a person that comes from Asia

 

vital - životní, nezbytný pro život, životně důležitý

adjective - very important for staying alive, connected with staying alive

proof - učinit odolným, zajistit odolnost, zabezpečit, ochránit

verb, formal - to treat or prepare something to make it resistant to a specific substance or condition, like water, fire, or damage

 

soundproof - odhlučnit, udělat zvukotěsným

verb - to make something resistant to sound, so that noise cannot pass through

 

oblige - vyhovět, učinit laskavost, zavděčit se

verb, formal - to do something because it is necessary or because someone has asked you to, often as a favour

 

blithe - bezstarostný, ležérní, lehkovážný, radostný

adjective, literary - cheerful and carefree

 

trademark - typický rys, charakteristická vlastnost

noun - a distinctive characteristic or feature that is closely associated with a particular person, company, or product

 

squirm - cítit se trapně, cítit se nesvůj, být v rozpacích, propadat se hanbou

verb - to feel very embarrassed or uncomfortable

 

squirm - kroutit se, svíjet se, vrtět se, ošívat se

verb - to twist or move the body from side to side, especially because of discomfort, nervousness, or excitement