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Topic: Animals

howl

IPA: /haʊl/

KK: /haʊl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a loud, mournful sound, often expressing pain, sadness, or anger.

Example: The wolf began to howl at the moon.

noun

Definition: A long, loud cry often made by animals, especially wolves, or a loud noise made by people expressing anger or laughter.

Example: The wolf let out a haunting howl that echoed through the night.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a long, loud cry, often expressing pain, sadness, or a strong emotion.

Example: The wolf began to howl at the moon, filling the night with its eerie sound.

howlet

IPA: /ˈhaʊlɪt/

KK: /haʊlɪt/

noun

Definition: A small owl, often referred to as an owlet.

Example: The howlet perched quietly on the branch, watching the night unfold.

howling

IPA: /ˈhaʊlɪŋ/

KK: /haʊlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that produces a loud, mournful sound, like a wolf or wind, or indicating something very great or tremendous.

Example: The howling wind made it difficult to sleep at night.

hulk

IPA: /hʌk/

KK: /hʌk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a heavy, awkward way or to appear large and imposing.

Example: The old ship hulks in the harbor, casting a long shadow over the water.

noun

Definition: A large, heavy object or person that is often bulky and clumsy.

Example: The hulk of the old ship lay abandoned on the shore.

hulking

IPA: /ˈhʌlkɪŋ/

KK: /hʌl.kɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Large and heavy in size, often making movement difficult.

Example: The hulking figure of the bear loomed in the distance.

hummingbird

IPA: /ˈhʌmɪŋˌbɜrd/

KK: /ˈhʌmɪŋbɜrd/

noun

Definition: A small bird known for its bright colors and ability to hover in the air by rapidly flapping its wings. These birds are often found in the Americas and are known for feeding on nectar from flowers.

Example: The hummingbird hovered near the colorful flowers, sipping nectar with its long bill.

hump

IPA: /hʌmp/

KK: /hʌmp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To exert oneself or to hurry, often used in a casual or slang context.

Example: He had to hump to finish the project on time.

noun

Definition: A rounded bump or raised area, often found on the back of animals like camels, or a small mound of earth.

Example: The camel had a large hump on its back, which stored fat for energy.

transitive verb

Definition: To carry something, especially on the back, or to bend something into a rounded shape.

Example: He had to hump the heavy backpack up the hill.

humpback

IPA: /ˈhʌmpbæk/

KK: /ˈhʌmpˌbæk/

noun

Definition: A large marine mammal known for its long pectoral fins and distinctive hump on its back, often seen breaching the water's surface.

Example: The humpback whale is famous for its beautiful songs and acrobatic displays.

humpbacked

IPA: /ˈhʌmpˌbækt/

KK: /ˈhʌmpˌbækt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a rounded or raised part on its back, often seen in certain animals or as a result of a medical condition.

Example: The humpbacked whale is known for its distinctive shape and acrobatic behavior.

humped

IPA: /hʌmpt/

KK: /hʌmpt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a raised, rounded part or bump on its surface.

Example: The camel is known for its humped back, which stores fat for energy.

verb

Definition: To raise or lift something up, often in a rounded shape or to create a bump.

Example: The camel humped over the sand dunes as it walked.

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