battery: a device that produces electricity to provide power for radios, cars, etc.
noun, some things use batteries
candle: a stick-shaped piece of wax with a wick in the middle of it that produces light as it slowly burns
noun, i have candles in my house
compass: a device for finding direction with a needle that can move easily and that always points to magnetic north
noun, some investigators uses a compass
first aid kit: a box or bag containing basic medical equipment such as bandages and antiseptic cream
noun, when we camp we need to carry a first aid kit
fishing line and hook: strong plastic string used with a fishing rod to catch fish. a curved device used for catching or holding things, especially one attached to a surface for hanging things on
noun, The fisherman carries a fishing line and a backup hook.
flashlight: a small light that is held in the hand and usually gets its power from batteries
noun, i have a flashlight for an emergency
folding knife: a small knife with a folding blade or blades, suitable for carrying in a pocket.
noun, carry a folding knife is for emergencies
lighter: a small device for providing a flame for a cigarette, etc.
noun, some persons carry a lighter
machete: a large knife with a wide blade, used for cutting trees and plants or as a weapon
noun, the machete cuts very well
magnifying glass: a piece of curved glass that makes objects look larger than they are
noun, i have 2 magnifying glass
matches: a short, thin stick made of wood or cardboard and covered with a special chemical at one end that burns when rubbed firmly against a rough surface
noun, we can start a fire with matches
mirror: a piece of glass with a shiny, metal-covered back that reflects light, producing an image of whatever is in front of it
noun, the mirror can reflect sun to send messages
needle: a thin metal pin, used in sewing, that is pointed at one end and has a hole called an eye at the other end for thread
noun, i have a set of needles
raft: a flat floating structure for travelling across water, often made of pieces of wood tied roughly together and moved along with a paddle
noun, i can't build a raft
sleeping bag: a large, thick bag for sleeping in, especially when you are sleeping outside, for example in a tent
noun, we need to carry a sleeping bag if we are in a camping
whistle: to make a high sound by forcing air through a small hole or passage, especially through the lips, or through a special device held to the lips
noun, the professor of physical education uses a whistle
