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Topic: Food

plaice

IPA: //pleɪs//

KK: /pleɪs/

noun

Definition: A type of large flatfish that lives in the sea and is often eaten as food.

Example: We ordered plaice for dinner at the seafood restaurant.

plain

IPA: /pleɪn/

KK: /pleɪn/

adjective

Definition: Simple and without any decoration; ordinary or not special in appearance.

Example: She wore a plain dress to the party.

adverb

Definition: In a clear and simple way, without any confusion or complexity.

Example: She explained the rules of the game plain so everyone could understand.

noun

Definition: A large, flat area of land that is mostly level and often has few or no trees.

Example: The vast plain stretched out before us, covered in golden grass.

plantain

IPA: //ˈplæn.teɪn//

KK: /ˈplænˌteɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of large tropical herb that produces a fruit similar to a banana, commonly used as food in many tropical regions.

Example: In many Caribbean countries, plantains are a staple food served alongside meat and rice.

plat

IPA: /plæt/

KK: /plæt/

noun

Definition: A map or plan that shows the features of a piece of land, like streets and buildings, or a small area of land.

Example: The architect presented a detailed plat of the new housing development.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a map or plan of a piece of land, often used in the context of laying out a new town or development.

Example: The surveyor was hired to plat the new housing development.

plate

IPA: /pleɪt/

KK: /pleɪt/

noun

Definition: A flat dish used for serving or eating food, often round and made of ceramic, glass, or plastic.

Example: She placed the salad on a large plate before serving it to her guests.

transitive verb

Definition: To arrange food on a dish for serving or to cover something with a thin layer of material.

Example: The chef will plate the dish beautifully before serving it to the guests.

plated

IPA: /ˈpleɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈpleɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Covered with a thin layer of metal or protective sheets, often used to enhance appearance or durability.

Example: The jewelry was beautifully plated in gold to give it a luxurious look.

plateful

IPA: /ˈpleɪt.fəl/

KK: /ˈpleɪtˌfʊl/

noun

Definition: A large amount of food that fills a plate.

Example: She served a plateful of spaghetti for dinner.

plating

IPA: /ˈpleɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpleɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A thin layer of metal that is applied to a surface, often for decoration or protection.

Example: The jewelry was made of silver plating to give it a shiny appearance.

platter

IPA: /ˈplætər/

KK: /ˈplætər/

noun

Definition: A large, flat dish used to serve food, often for sharing or presenting meals.

Example: The roast chicken was beautifully arranged on a large platter for the guests.

platterful

IPA: /ˈplætərfəl/

KK: /ˈplætərfəl/

noun

Definition: A quantity of food or items that can fill a platter.

Example: The buffet offered a platterful of delicious dishes for the guests.

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