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athodyd

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˈæθəˌdɪd//

KK: /æθoʊdɪd/

noun
Definition

A type of jet engine that is mostly tube-shaped and operates by drawing in air and using it to create thrust, often without moving parts.


Example

The athodyd is used in some advanced aircraft for efficient propulsion.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of an athodyd?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What is it?
Sloth A
It's a type of jet engine that's really simple, like a ramjet.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I'd love to learn more about how it works.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
engine
reactor
turbine
Antonyms
obstruction
blockage
hindrance
Root Explanation

The word 'athodyd' originates from Old English, meaning a type of furnace or a place for heating. It specifically refers to a device used for heating or melting metal, often in the context of metalworking or blacksmithing.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where metal is heated or melted — that's what 'athodyd' refers to, a furnace for working with metal.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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