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briskly

IPA: /ˈbrɪskli/

KK: /brɪskli/

adverb

Definition: In a quick and energetic manner.

Example: She walked briskly to catch the bus.

briskness

IPA: //ˈbrɪsk.nəs//

KK: /brɪsknəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being quick, energetic, and lively.

Example: The briskness of the morning air made the walk refreshing.

brittle

IPA: /ˈbrɪtəl/

KK: /ˈbrɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Easily broken or damaged; not strong or sturdy.

Example: The brittle glass shattered when it fell on the floor.

noun

Definition: A type of candy made from sugar that is cooked until it becomes hard and then mixed with nuts, often broken into pieces for eating.

Example: I bought some walnut brittle from the candy store.

brittleness

IPA: /ˈbrɪt(ə)lnəs/

KK: /ˈbrɪt(ə)lnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being easily broken or damaged, often without much change in shape before breaking.

Example: The brittleness of the glass made it difficult to handle safely.

broach

IPA: /broʊtʃ/

KK: /broʊtʃ/

noun

Definition: A tool used to create or enlarge holes, often with a tapered shape, or a device for roasting meat.

Example: The mechanic used a broach to enlarge the hole in the metal.

transitive verb

Definition: To bring up a topic for discussion or to pierce a container to draw out its contents.

Example: She decided to broach the subject of a raise during the meeting.

broad

IPA: //brɔːd//

KK: /brɔd/

adjective

Definition: Having a wide extent or range; not narrow; spacious or large in size.

Example: The river is broad enough for boats to pass through easily.

adverb

Definition: In a way that covers a wide area or includes many different things.

Example: The river flows broad and deep through the valley.

noun

Definition: A term that can refer to a woman or girl, often used in a disrespectful or offensive way. It can also mean a widening or expansion of something, like a river.

Example: In the past, some people used the word 'broad' to refer to women, but it is considered offensive today.

broadband

IPA: //ˈbrɔːd.bænd//

KK: /ˈbrɔdˌbænd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of high-speed internet connection that can transmit a large amount of data at once.

Example: Many people prefer broadband internet for its fast speeds and reliable connections.

broadcast

IPA: //ˈbrɔːdkæst//

KK: /ˈbrɔdˌkæst/

adjective

Definition: Related to communication through television or radio, often involving the distribution of information to a large audience.

Example: The broadcast news covered the latest events happening around the world.

intransitive verb

Definition: To send out a signal or program through radio or television so that it can be received by the public.

Example: The radio station will broadcast live from the concert tonight.

noun

Definition: A program that is transmitted on radio or television for people to watch or listen to.

Example: I enjoyed the live broadcast of the concert last night.

transitive verb

Definition: To send out information or programs to a large audience, often through radio or television.

Example: The station will broadcast the concert live this evening.

broadcaster

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdˌkɑːstər/

KK: /ˈbrɔːdˌkæstər/

noun

Definition: A person or organization that sends out information, news, or entertainment through radio, television, or the internet.

Example: The broadcaster announced the news live from the studio.

broadcasting

IPA: /ˈbrɔːdˌkɑːstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbrɔːdˌkæstɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Sending signals or information to a wide audience in various directions.

Example: The broadcasting service reached millions of viewers across the country.

noun

Definition: The activity of sending out radio or television programs to the public.

Example: The broadcasting of the news is an important part of keeping people informed.

verb

Definition: The action of sending out signals, messages, or information to a wide audience, often through radio, television, or the internet.

Example: The radio station is broadcasting live from the concert.

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