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refueling

IPA: /rɪˈfjuːəlɪŋ/

KK: /riˈfjuːəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of adding fuel to a vehicle or aircraft to keep it running.

Example: The airplane is scheduled for refueling before its next flight.

verb

Definition: To supply a vehicle or aircraft with more fuel so that it can continue to operate.

Example: The plane is refueling before its next flight.

refuelling

IPA: /rɪˈfjulɪŋ/

KK: /rɪˈfjulɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of providing more fuel to a vehicle or aircraft so that it can continue to operate.

Example: The plane is scheduled for refuelling before its next flight.

verb

Definition: To supply a vehicle or aircraft with more fuel so that it can continue to operate.

Example: The plane is refuelling before its next flight.

refuge

IPA: /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

KK: /ˈrɛfjuːdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To seek safety or shelter from danger or trouble.

Example: During the storm, many people took refuge in the nearby school.

noun

Definition: A place that offers safety or shelter from danger or hardship.

Example: During the storm, the family found refuge in a nearby church.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide a safe place for someone or something, especially during a time of danger or trouble.

Example: The organization aims to refuge those fleeing from war zones.

refugee

IPA: /ˈrɛfjuːdʒi/

KK: /ˈrɛfjuːdʒi/

noun

Definition: A person who leaves their home country to escape danger, such as war or persecution.

Example: Many refugees seek safety in other countries when their own is no longer safe.

refugeeism

IPA: //ˈrɛfjuːdʒiˌɪzəm//

KK: /ˈrɛfjuˌdʒiˌɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The situation or state of being a person who has been forced to leave their country due to war, persecution, or natural disaster.

Example: The rise in refugeeism has led to increased discussions about immigration policies.

refurbish

IPA: /rɪˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

KK: /rɪˈfɜrbɪʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something clean, bright, or fresh again, often by repairing or renovating it.

Example: They decided to refurbish the old furniture instead of buying new pieces.

refurbished

IPA: /rɪˈfɜːbɪʃt/

KK: /rɪˈfɜrˌbɪʃt/

adjective

Definition: Something that has been renovated or made new again, often referring to items like electronics or furniture that have been repaired and restored to good condition.

Example: I bought a refurbished laptop that works like new but cost much less than a brand new one.

verb

Definition: To restore or renovate something to a better condition, often by cleaning, repairing, or updating it.

Example: The company refurbished the old computers to make them usable again.

refurbishment

IPA: /rɪˈfɜːbɪʃmənt/

KK: /rɪˈfɜrbɪʃmənt/

noun

Definition: The process of making something new again by repairing or improving it, often through renovation or updating.

Example: The refurbishment of the old theater brought back its original charm.

refusal

IPA: /rɪˈfjuzəl/

KK: /rɪˈfjuzəl/

noun

Definition: The action of saying no to something or not accepting it.

Example: Her refusal to participate in the event surprised everyone.

refuse

IPA: /ˈrɛfjuːs/

KK: /rɪˈfjuz/

adjective

Definition: Something that has been thrown away or is considered worthless.

Example: The refuse from the construction site was piled high in the dumpster.

intransitive verb

Definition: To decline to accept or do something.

Example: She decided to refuse the invitation to the party.

noun

Definition: Items that are thrown away because they are no longer wanted or considered useful; this can include trash or waste materials.

Example: The park was filled with refuse after the festival, and volunteers worked hard to clean it up.

transitive verb

Definition: To say no to something or someone, showing that you do not want to accept, do, or allow it.

Example: She decided to refuse the invitation to the party.

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