B2 noun ˈtrɪbjuːt

tribute

дань уважения

Meaning

An act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.

Example

They paid tribute to the brave freedom fighters.

Они отдали дань уважения храбрым борцам за свободу.

B2 phrase teɪk ˈpɜː.sən.əl.i

take personally

воспринимать лично

Meaning

To interpret someone's words or actions as a personal attack or criticism.

Example

Don't take it personally, he didn't mean to upset you.

Не воспринимай это лично, он не хотел тебя обидеть.

A1 adverb /tuː/

too

слишком

Meaning

to a higher degree than is desirable, permissible, or possible

Example

She is too tired to continue working.

Она слишком устала, чтобы продолжить работать.

C2 noun /ˌθɜː.məʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

thermogenesis

процесс производства тепла

Meaning

The process of heat production in living organisms, often associated with burning calories and energy expenditure.

Example

Spicy foods can enhance thermogenesis and calorie burning.

Острые продукты могут улучшить термогенез и сжигание калорий.

C2 verb /ˈtɪtəleɪt/

titillate

возбуждать

Meaning

To excite or amuse, especially in a slightly sexual or playful way.

Example

The comedian's jokes titillated the audience.

Шутки комика возбуждали публику.

C1 adverb /ˌðɛərˈtu/

Thereto

с этим;

Meaning

to that; in addition to that

Example

The house and the garden attached thereto were sold.

Дом и сад, прикрепленные к нему, были проданы.

C2 adjective /tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/

tendentious

тенденциозный

Meaning

Expressing or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often biased.

Example

The article was criticized for its tendentious tone.

Статья была раскритикована за ее тенденциозный тон.

B2 verb /triːd/

tread

ступать

Meaning

to step or walk on something; to crush with feet

Example

Don't tread on the flowers.

Не наступай на цветы.

C1 noun /trænsˈfjuːʒən/

transfusion

переливание крови

Meaning

the process of transferring blood or another fluid into a person's vein

Example

The patient received a blood transfusion after the accident.

Пациент получил переливание крови после аварии.

C2 adjective /ˈtɔːrʃəs/

tortious

незаконный поступок

Meaning

Relating to or involving a wrongful act leading to legal liability.

Example

The company was found guilty of tortious interference with contracts.

Компания была признана виновной в незаконном вмешательстве в контракты.

A1 noun /tɒp/

top

вершина

Meaning

the highest or uppermost point, part, or surface of something

Example

The book is on the top shelf.

Книга на верхней полке.

A2 noun /ˈtaɪ.ɡər/

Tiger

тигр

Meaning

a very large solitary cat with a yellow-brown coat striped with black, native to the forests of Asia

Example

The tiger hunted silently through the jungle.

Тигр бесшумно охотился через джунгли.

B2 noun /ˈtɛkstʃər/

texture

текстура

Meaning

the way something feels when you touch it; the quality of a surface or substance

Example

The fabric has a soft and smooth texture.

Ткань имеет мягкую и гладкую текстуру.

B2 verb /ˈtrɪɡər/

trigger

вызывать

Meaning

To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.

Example

The loud noise triggered the alarm system.

Громкий шум активировал систему сигнализации.

B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

токсичный; вредный или неприятный

Meaning

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

Example

The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.

Завод сбросил токсичные химикаты в реку.

B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

тайфун

Meaning

a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans

Example

The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.

Тайфун вызвал сильные наводнения в прибрежных районах.

C2 noun /ˈtaɪroʊ/

tyro

новичок

Meaning

A beginner or novice in a field or activity.

Example

As a tyro in programming, she needed constant guidance.

Как новичок в программировании, ей нужна была постоянная поддержка.

A1 noun /ˈtɪkɪt/

ticket

билет

Meaning

a small piece of paper or card that gives the holder a right to access a service or event

Example

He bought a ticket to the concert.

Он купил билет на концерт.

C1 adjective /tænˈdʒɛnʃəl/

tangential

касательный

Meaning

relating to or along a tangent; slightly or indirectly related to something

Example

His remarks were tangential to the main topic of discussion.

Его замечания были касательными к основной теме обсуждения.

B1 noun /tæŋk/

Tank

танк

Meaning

a heavily armored fighting vehicle moving on a continuous track

Example

The tank rolled through the battlefield with powerful armor.

Танк прошел по полю боя с мощной броней.

A2 adjective /ˈteɪ.sti/

Tasty

вкусный

Meaning

having a pleasant flavor; delicious

Example

The pizza was really tasty with fresh ingredients.

Пицца была действительно вкусной с свежими ингредиентами.

C1 adjective /ˈtep.ɪd/

Tepid

тёплый

Meaning

only slightly warm; lukewarm; showing little enthusiasm

Example

The tea was tepid and unappetizing.

Чай был тёплый и неаппетитный.

C1 noun /trækt/

tract

участок

Meaning

an area of land; a system of organs in the body; a written pamphlet

Example

The forest tract was preserved as a wildlife sanctuary.

Лесной участок был сохранён как заповедник дикой природы.

B1 adjective /trɪˈmendəs/

Tremendous

огромный; колоссальный; исключительный

Meaning

extremely large, great, or intense; extraordinary

Example

She made tremendous progress in her studies.

Она сделала огромный прогресс в своих исследованиях.

B1 verb /tɛnd/

tend

склоняться/заботиться

Meaning

To regularly behave in a particular way or to take care of something.

Example

She tends to wake up early in the morning.

Она склонна вставать рано утром.

C1 verb /ˈtɒpl/

topple

опрокинуть

Meaning

to fall or cause to fall over; to overthrow

Example

The earthquake caused the old building to topple.

Землетрясение вызвало падение старого здания.

C1 adjective /ˈtæn.tə.laɪ.zɪŋ/

Tantalizing

соблазнительный; привлекательный, но недосягаемый

Meaning

tempting and attractive but out of reach

Example

The tantalizing aroma of fresh bread filled the bakery.

Соблазнительный аромат свежего хлеба наполнил пекарню.

C1 noun /təˈbuː/

taboo

табу

Meaning

a social or cultural prohibition against certain practices or discussions

Example

Talking about money is considered a taboo in some cultures.

Разговоры о деньгах в некоторых культурах считаются табу.

A1 adjective /ˈtwɛnti/

twenty

двадцать

Meaning

the number equivalent to 20

Example

He is twenty years old.

Ему двадцать лет.

B2 noun /ˈtɜːr.naʊt/

turnout

явка

Meaning

the number of people who attend or participate in an event or activity

Example

The turnout at the rally was impressive, with thousands showing up.

Явка на митинге была впечатляющей, с тысячами людей, пришедших.

C1 noun/verb /ˈtʌtʃ.ʌp/

touch-up

небольшая корректировка или улучшение

Meaning

Small corrections or improvements made to something.

Example

The artist gave a quick touch-up to the painting.

Художник сделал быструю подправку картины.

C1 adverb /ˌðeərəˈpɒn/

Thereupon

немедленно после;

Meaning

immediately after that; following that event

Example

He finished his speech and thereupon left the stage.

Он закончил свою речь и немедленно после этого покинул сцену.

C1 noun /trænsˈɡrɛʃən/

transgression

нарушение, преступление

Meaning

an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; a violation or sin

Example

The court forgave his first transgression but warned him not to repeat it.

Суд простил его первое нарушение, но предупредил его не повторять этого.

C1 noun /ˈtrænsfərəns/

transference

передача

Meaning

The act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another.

Example

The transference of knowledge is essential in education.

Передача знаний является необходимой в образовании.

C1 noun /taɪˈkuːn/

tycoon

магнат

Meaning

a wealthy, powerful businessperson

Example

The real estate tycoon invested in several skyscrapers.

Риэлторский магнат инвестировал в несколько небоскрёбов.

B2 noun /ˈtiːmmeɪt/

teammate

товарищ по команде

Meaning

a member of the same team

Example

He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal.

Он поздравил своего товарища по команде после того, как забил гол.

C1 noun /ˈtrɛʒərər/

treasurer

казначей

Meaning

a person responsible for managing the financial affairs of an organization

Example

The treasurer presented the annual financial report.

Казначей представил ежегодный финансовый отчет.

A2 pronoun /ðəmˈsɛlvz/

themselves

сами

Meaning

used to emphasize the subject of the sentence or to refer to the subject doing something to itself

Example

They fixed the problem themselves.

Они сами решили проблему.

C1 adjective /ˈtɪp.tɒp/

Tiptop

отличный; высшего качества

Meaning

of the highest quality; excellent; in perfect condition

Example

The car is in tiptop condition.

Машина в отличном состоянии.

B2 noun /θret/

Threat

угроза

Meaning

a statement of intention to inflict harm; a person or thing likely to cause danger

Example

The storm poses a serious threat to coastal areas.

Шторм представляет собой серьезную угрозу для прибрежных районов.

C1 adverb /ˌðɛrəˈbaʊt/

thereabout

приблизительно

Meaning

Approximately or around that place, amount, or time.

Example

The repairs will cost five hundred dollars or thereabout.

Ремонт будет стоить около пятисот долларов.

B1 noun /trəˈdɪʃ.ən/

Tradition

традиция

Meaning

the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation; a long-established custom or belief

Example

It's a family tradition to gather for dinner every Sunday evening.

Это семейная традиция собираться за ужином каждое воскресенье вечером.

C1 adjective /ˈθrɪfti/

thrifty

экономный

Meaning

using money and resources carefully and not wastefully

Example

She is very thrifty and always saves money for the future.

Она очень экономна и всегда откладывает деньги на будущее.

A1 noun /ˈtjuːzdeɪ/

tuesday

вторник

Meaning

The second day of the week, following Monday and preceding Wednesday.

Example

We have a meeting scheduled for Tuesday.

У нас запланирована встреча во вторник.

C2 adjective /ˈtæsɪtɜrn/

taciturn

молчаливый

Meaning

reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little

Example

He was a taciturn man who rarely spoke in meetings.

Он был молчаливым человеком, который редко говорил на собраниях.

B2 verb /ˈtɛmpər/

temper

умерить

Meaning

to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).

Example

She tried to temper her criticism with kindness.

Она попыталась смягчить свою критику с помощью доброты.

C1 noun /tɪnt/

tint

оттенок

Meaning

a slight shade or variation of a color

Example

The walls were painted white with a slight blue tint.

Стены были окрашены в белый цвет с легким синим оттенком.

C1 noun /tækˈtɪʃ.ən/

tactician

тактик

Meaning

a person who is skilled at planning and achieving goals, especially in military or business

Example

Napoleon was a brilliant tactician.

Наполеон был выдающимся тактиком.

B2 verb /trænzˈmɪt/

transmit

транслировать

Meaning

to send or pass something from one place or person to another

Example

The antenna can transmit signals over a long distance.

Антенна может транслировать сигналы на большое расстояние.

B2 verb /tiːz/

Tease

дразнить

Meaning

to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way

Example

Children often tease their younger siblings playfully.

Дети часто дразнят своих младших братьев и сестер игриво.

B1 verb /træk/

track

отслеживать

Meaning

To follow or trace the course or progress of something.

Example

Someone can easily track your location on social media.

Кто-то может легко отслеживать ваше местоположение в социальных сетях.

A1 pronoun /ðɛər/

their

их

Meaning

belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned

Example

Their house is on the corner.

Их дом на углу.

C1 verb /ˈtrɪkl̩/

trickle

струиться

Meaning

To flow or fall in a small, slow stream or drops.

Example

Water began to trickle down the wall after the heavy rain.

После сильного дождя вода начала медленно стекать по стене.

B2 noun /ˈθiːsɪs/

thesis

тезис

Meaning

A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually for a degree at a university.

Example

She spent two years writing her doctoral thesis.

Она потратила два года на написание своей докторской диссертации.

C1 verb /tɔːnt/

taunt

дразнить

Meaning

to provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks

Example

The bully tried to taunt him with cruel words.

Задира пытался дразнить его жестокими словами.

A1 pronoun /ðæt/

that

это

Meaning

used to identify a specific person or thing observed or heard

Example

That is my book on the table.

Это моя книга на столе.

B2 adverb /ˌðɛərˈbaɪ/

Thereby

следовательно;

Meaning

as a result of that; by that means

Example

He worked hard and thereby achieved success.

Он много работал и следовательно добился успеха.

B2 verb /tɔɪl/

Toil

трудиться усердно

Meaning

to work extremely hard for long periods

Example

Farmers toil in the fields from dawn to dusk.

Фермеры toil на полях с рассвета до заката.

C1 noun /ˈθʌroʊˌfɛr/

thoroughfare

главная дорога

Meaning

a main road or public highway that goes through a place

Example

The new mall is located along the main thoroughfare.

Новый торговый центр находится вдоль главной дороги.

A1 preposition /θruː/

through

через

Meaning

moving in one side and out the other side of something

Example

The train passed through the tunnel.

Поезд прошел через туннель.

B2 adjective /θiˈætrɪkl/

theatrical

театральный

Meaning

Relating to the theater or exaggerated and dramatic in behavior or style.

Example

Her theatrical performance won the audience's applause.

Её театральное выступление вызвало аплодисменты зрителей.

A2 noun /ˈtɛstɪŋ/

testing

тест

Meaning

the process of assessing or evaluating something, often by trying it out

Example

The testing of the new software is still ongoing.

Тестирование нового программного обеспечения все еще продолжается.

C2 noun /təˈmɛrɪti/

temerity

дерзость

Meaning

Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.

Example

He had the temerity to challenge the professor’s argument.

У него хватило дерзости оспорить аргумент профессора.

C1 adjective /ˈtɔːrtʃuəs/

tortuous

извилистый, сложный

Meaning

Full of twists and turns; excessively complex or complicated.

Example

The tortuous mountain road made driving very difficult.

Извилистая горная дорога сделала вождение очень трудным.

C1 noun /tækt/

tact

тактичность

Meaning

Adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.

Example

He handled the situation with tact and professionalism.

Он справился с ситуацией с тактичностью и профессионализмом.

C2 noun /θrɔːl/

thrall

рабство

Meaning

The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.

Example

He was in thrall to the powerful leader.

Он был во власти могущественного лидера.

C1 verb/noun /ˈθrɒt.əl/

throttle

задушить/контролировать скорость

Meaning

To choke or strangle; to control the flow of fuel or power in an engine.

Example

The driver throttled the engine to slow down the car.

Водитель уменьшил скорость, чтобы замедлить автомобиль.

C1 verb /ˈteɪpər/

taper

сужаться

Meaning

To gradually decrease in width, thickness, or intensity.

Example

The road tapers off as it reaches the mountains.

Дорога сужается по мере того, как она достигает гор.

C1 noun /ˈtem.pər.ə.mənt/

Temperament

темперамент; настроение; природная склонность

Meaning

a person's natural disposition or mood; characteristic behavior patterns

Example

She has a calm temperament that helps her handle stress well.

У неё спокойный темперамент, что помогает ей хорошо справляться с стрессом.

B2 verb /θɔː/

thaw

таять

Meaning

to melt or cause to melt after being frozen

Example

The ice began to thaw in the sun.

Лед начал таять на солнце.

B2 verb /ˈtrɛmbəl/

tremble

дрожать

Meaning

To shake slightly, often because of fear, cold, or nervousness.

Example

She began to tremble with fear before speaking.

Она начала дрожать от страха перед тем, как заговорить.

B2 noun /ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/

termination

прекращение

Meaning

the act of ending something or the state of being ended

Example

The termination of the contract caused financial loss.

Прекращение контракта привело к финансовым потерям.

B2 noun /ˈtæksˌpeɪər/

taxpayer

налогоплательщик

Meaning

a person who pays tax to the government

Example

The taxpayers' money is used to fund public services.

Деньги налогоплательщиков используются для финансирования общественных услуг.

B2 adjective ˈtaɪmləs

timeless

вневременной

Meaning

Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.

Example

The timeless beauty of the painting has captivated art lovers for generations.

Вневременная красота картины очаровала любителей искусства на протяжении поколений.

B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

терпеть

Meaning

to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist

Example

I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.

Я не могу терпеть такое грубое поведение в своем классе.

B1 noun /ˈtreɪnər/

trainer

тренер

Meaning

a person who teaches skills or gives training

Example

The fitness trainer helped me improve my posture.

Фитнес тренер помог мне улучшить осанку.

B1 noun /ˈtaɪpoʊ/

typo

опечатка

Meaning

a mistake made in typing

Example

The report was full of typos.

Отчет был полон опечаток.

A1 noun /taʊn/

town

поселок

Meaning

a human settlement smaller than a city

Example

The town was quiet on Sundays.

Поселок был тихий по воскресеньям.

B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

племя

Meaning

a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture

Example

The tribe lived in harmony with nature.

Племя жило в гармонии с природой.

C1 verb /ˈθiːəraɪz/

theorize

теоризировать

Meaning

To form a theory or set of ideas to explain something.

Example

Scientists often theorize about the origins of the universe.

Учёные часто теоризируют о происхождении вселенной.

C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrnkiː/

turnkey

под ключ

Meaning

ready for immediate use; a complete product or solution

Example

The company provides turnkey solutions for small businesses.

Компания предоставляет готовые решения для малого бизнеса.

B1 noun /ˈtɛkstbʊk/

textbook

учебник

Meaning

a book used for studying a subject in school or college

Example

She bought a new biology textbook for her class.

Она купила новый учебник по биологии для своего класса.

C2 adjective /ˌtɔːtəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

tautological

тавтологичный

Meaning

expressing something by repeating the same idea in different words; redundant

Example

Saying 'free gift' is considered tautological.

Сказать 'бесплатный подарок' считается тавтологией.

B1 adverb /ˈtɛmpərɛrɪli/

temporarily

временно

Meaning

for a limited time; not permanently

Example

The road is closed temporarily for repairs.

Дорога закрыта временно для ремонта.

B1 noun ˈθer.ə.pi

therapy

терапия

Meaning

Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder; the treatment of a mental or physical disorder.

Example

Gene therapy offers hope for genetic disorders.

Генетическая терапия дает надежду на лечение генетических заболеваний.

B1 noun /θroʊt/

Throat

горло; трахея; передняя часть шеи

Meaning

the passage that leads from the back of the mouth to the stomach and lungs; the front part of the neck

Example

He had a sore throat and couldn't speak clearly.

У него болело горло, и он не мог говорить ясно.

B2 noun /ˈter.ər/

Terror

террор; использование насилия и запугивания в политических целях

Meaning

extreme fear; the use of violence and intimidation for political aims

Example

The loud explosion filled everyone with terror.

Громкий взрыв наполнил всех ужасом.

C2 noun /ˌtɛliˈɒlədʒi/

teleology

телеология

Meaning

the explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve rather than by cause

Example

Aristotle is often associated with the concept of teleology in philosophy.

Аристотель часто ассоциируется с концепцией телеологии в философии.

C2 noun /ˈθrɛnədi/

threnody

траверс, жалобная песня

Meaning

A song, poem, or speech of mourning for someone who has died; a lament.

Example

The poet composed a moving threnody for the fallen soldiers.

Поэт написал трогательную жалобную песню для павших солдат.

B2 verb /tʌk/

tuck

заворачивать

Meaning

to push or fold something neatly into a particular place

Example

She tucked the blanket around the baby to keep him warm.

Она завернула одеяло вокруг ребенка, чтобы держать его в тепле.

B2 noun /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/

Tragedy

трагедия; катастрофа

Meaning

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending

Example

The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.

Землетрясение было трагедией, которое затронуло тысячи семей.

A2 verb /taɪ/

Tie

завязывать

Meaning

to fasten with string or rope; to have equal scores in a competition

Example

Please tie your shoelaces before running.

Пожалуйста, завяжите шнурки перед тем, как бежать.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

неутомимый

Meaning

Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.

Example

She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.

Она работала неутомимо, чтобы закончить проект вовремя.

A2 noun /ˈtʊərɪst/

tourist

турист

Meaning

a person who is traveling or visiting a place for pleasure

Example

The city attracts many tourists every year.

Город привлекает много туристов каждый год.

C1 adjective /ˈtɪərfəl/

Tearful

со слезами; склонный к плачу

Meaning

expressing or showing sadness and sorrow; inclined to weep

Example

She gave a tearful goodbye to her friends at the airport.

Она попрощалась с друзьями, прослезившись в аэропорту.

B2 verb /ˈtaɪtən/

Tighten

затянуть

Meaning

to make something more secure or less loose

Example

He tightened the screws to secure the shelf.

Он затянул винты, чтобы закрепить полку.

B1 verb ˈtrænsfər

transfer

передавать

Meaning

To move from one place to another; to hand over.

Example

Power transfer was necessary.

Передача энергии была необходима.

B2 noun /taɪm/

thyme

тимьян

Meaning

A small aromatic herb used in cooking and medicine.

Example

She sprinkled thyme on the roasted chicken.

Она посыпала тимьяном запеченную курицу.

C1 noun /ˈtoʊɡə/

toga

тога

Meaning

A loose outer garment worn in ancient Rome, typically draped over the shoulders and body.

Example

The senator wore a white toga during the ceremony.

Сенатор носил белую тогу во время церемонии.

B2 noun /temp.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

Temptation

искушение

Meaning

the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something

Example

He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake.

Он сопротивлялся искушению съесть весь шоколадный торт.

B2 noun /ˈtrɒli/

Troly

троллейбус

Meaning

an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street

Example

The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes.

Троллейбус проходит через центр города каждые пятнадцать минут.

C1 noun /ˈtɒr.ənt/

Torrent

сильный поток; поток воды

Meaning

a strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid; a sudden, violent, and copious outpouring

Example

The heavy rain created a torrent of water rushing down the mountain.

Сильный дождь создал поток воды, мчащегося по горе.

A2 noun /tiːm/

team

команда

Meaning

a group of people working together towards a common goal

Example

Our team won the match after a great effort.

Наша команда выиграла матч после больших усилий.

C1 noun /ˈtres.pæs.ər/

Trespasser

нарушитель

Meaning

a person who enters someone's property without permission

Example

The security guard caught the trespasser climbing over the fence.

Охранник поймал нарушителя, который лез через забор.

C1 noun /ˈtaɪ.rənt/

Tyrant

тиран

Meaning

a cruel and oppressive ruler; a person who exercises power in a harsh manner

Example

The people rebelled against the cruel tyrant.

Люди восстали против жестокого тирана.

A2 noun /taɪər/

tire

шина

Meaning

a rubber covering around a wheel

Example

The car’s tire burst on the highway.

Шина машины лопнула на шоссе.

C1 noun /ˈtuːsəm/

twosome

пара

Meaning

A pair of people considered together, often in a romantic or competitive context.

Example

They entered the dance competition as a twosome.

Они вошли в танцевальное соревнование как пара.

C1 noun /trænsˈfɜːrər/

transferrer

передатчик

Meaning

A person who transfers something, such as property, rights, or responsibilities, to another.

Example

The transferrer is responsible for ensuring the property is legally passed on.

Передатчик несет ответственность за обеспечение того, чтобы собственность была передана законным образом.

B2 noun ˈterɪtəri

territory

территория

Meaning

An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.

Example

The king expanded his territory.

Царь расширил свою территорию.

большой палец

Meaning

the short thick finger of the human hand

Example

She gave me a thumbs up to show her approval.

Она показала мне большой палец вверх, чтобы выразить одобрение.