Good and Bad Designs - Vocabulary

Vocabulary and collocation flashcards covering everyday product design, ergonomics, physical interaction verbs, and multi-functional objects from the Good and Bad Designs lesson.

laundry

Clothes and sheets that need washing or have been washed recently.

multi-functional

Having or fulfilling several different functions or purposes in one design.

rest (verb)

To support or place a part of the body comfortably on a surface, such as resting your wrist, arms, or legs.

reach (verb)

To stretch out a hand or body to touch or access something, such as reaching a switch, the top shelf, or a handle.

push (verb)

To apply force to move something away from you or to press a control, such as pushing a button, a door, or a chair.

adjust (verb)

To alter or change the height, position, or setting of something to make it suitable or comfortable, such as adjusting the height, seat, or chair.

move (verb)

To change the position or location of an item, such as moving something close to you, away from you, or to the side.

pull (verb)

To exert force towards yourself to operate or relocate an object, such as pulling a handle, a door, or a suitcase.

fit (verb)

To be the correct size, shape, or dimensions to go into a specific space, such as fitting in your pocket, in the corner, or in your hand.

bend (verb)

To curve or flex a part of the body or move downward, such as bending your neck, your knees, or bending down.

sit/stand desk

An adjustable desk designed to allow the user to alternate between working while seated and working while standing.

sofa bed

A multi-functional furniture piece designed to function as a sofa by day and unfold into a bed for sleeping.

Swiss Army knife

A pocketknife multi-tool that incorporates multiple blades and functional accessories into a single handle.

suitcase scooter

A multi-functional travel product that combines luggage with an integrated fold-out scooter.

chair backpack

A multi-functional portable accessory that integrates a storage backpack with a fold-out chair for seating.

worktop

A flat, horizontal workspace surface commonly found in kitchens used for food preparation and handling equipment.