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Topic: Clothing

heel

IPA: /hiːl/

KK: /hil/

noun

Definition: The back part of the foot below the ankle, often raised in shoes, or a similar part in other animals or objects.

Example: She stepped on the sharp stone and hurt her heel.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide or equip something with a heel, or to strike or press something with the heel of the foot.

Example: Heels are often used to heel a horse during training.

heeled

IPA: /hild/

KK: /hild/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a heel, often referring to shoes with elevated backs.

Example: She wore a pair of elegant heeled shoes to the party.

verb

Definition: To have moved or turned in a way that involves the heel of the foot, often used in the context of walking or running.

Example: She heeled sharply to the left to avoid the puddle.

heelless

IPA: /ˈhiːləs/

KK: /ˈhiːləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing shoes or footwear that do not have a raised heel, resulting in a flat sole.

Example: She prefers heelless shoes for comfort during long walks.

heelpiece

IPA: /ˈhiːlpiːs/

KK: /ˈhilˌpēs/

noun

Definition: A part that is made for or serves as the heel of a shoe or stocking.

Example: The heelpiece of my new shoes is very comfortable.

heelpost

IPA: /ˈhiːlpoʊst/

KK: /ˈhilˌpōst/

noun

Definition: A vertical support that holds a door or gate in place and allows it to swing open and closed.

Example: The carpenter installed a new heelpost to ensure the door would function properly.

helmetlike

IPA: /ˈhɛmlɪtˌlaɪk/

KK: /ˈhɛlmɪtˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or appearance similar to a helmet.

Example: The soldier wore a helmetlike cap for protection during the mission.

hem

IPA: /hɛm/

KK: /hɛm/

interjection

Definition: A sound made to clear the throat or to get someone's attention, often used to show hesitation or uncertainty.

Example: "Hem, I think we should reconsider our options before making a decision."

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a sound like 'hem', often used to indicate hesitation or to get someone's attention before speaking.

Example: He cleared his throat and let out a soft hem before continuing his story.

noun

Definition: The edge of a piece of cloth or clothing that has been folded under and sewn to prevent it from fraying.

Example: She decided to add a decorative hem to her dress.

hemline

IPA: /ˈhɛm.laɪn/

KK: /ˈhɛmˌlaɪn/

noun

Definition: The lower edge of a piece of clothing like a skirt, dress, or coat.

Example: She decided to shorten the hemline of her dress for the party.

hempen

IPA: /ˈhɛmpən/

KK: /ˈhɛmpən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or made from a type of plant called hemp, which is used for making ropes, fabrics, and other products.

Example: The artisan used hempen fibers to create a durable and eco-friendly bag.

hemstitch

IPA: /ˈhɛmˌstɪtʃ/

KK: /ˈhɛmˌstɪtʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of decorative stitch that is often used along the edge of fabric, created by pulling out some threads and securing the remaining threads in groups to form a pattern.

Example: She added a beautiful hemstitch to the edge of the handkerchief for decoration.

transitive verb

Definition: To decorate or add a decorative stitch to fabric, often used in sewing to create a finished edge or design.

Example: She decided to hemstitch the tablecloth to give it a beautiful finish.

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