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Topic: Hobbies

wheelie

IPA: /ˈwiːli/

KK: /ˈwiːli/

noun

Definition: A trick where the front wheel of a vehicle is lifted off the ground while balancing on the back wheel.

Example: He performed a wheelie on his motorcycle, impressing everyone around.

whipping

IPA: /ˈwɪpɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhwɪpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A punishment or beating given by striking someone with a whip or similar object.

Example: The teacher gave a whipping to the student for misbehavior.

whirl

IPA: /wɜrl/

KK: /wɜrl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a circular or spinning motion, often quickly and in different directions.

Example: The leaves whirled in the wind during the storm.

noun

Definition: A state of confusion or dizziness, often caused by rapid movement or a series of events happening quickly.

Example: After spinning around in circles, I felt a whirl in my head.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something spin or turn quickly in a circular motion.

Example: She whirled the baton gracefully during the performance.

whirler

IPA: /ˈwɜːr.lər/

KK: /ˈhwɪr.lɚ/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that spins or rotates quickly.

Example: The whirler at the amusement park made everyone dizzy with its fast movements.

whirligig

IPA: /ˈwɜːr.lɪ.ɡɪɡ/

KK: /ˈhwɜr.lɪ.gɪg/

noun

Definition: A spinning toy or device that moves in a circular motion, often used for entertainment or play.

Example: The children laughed as they played with the colorful whirligig in the park.

whist

IPA: //wɪst//

KK: /wɪst/

noun

Definition: A card game played with a full deck where two teams compete to win tricks, scoring points for each trick won beyond six.

Example: They enjoyed a long evening of whist with friends, trying to outsmart each other in the card game.

verb

Definition: To remain quiet or not make any noise.

Example: During the movie, everyone had to whist so they could hear the dialogue.

whistle

IPA: /ˈwɪsəl/

KK: /ˈhwɪsəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a high-pitched sound by forcing air through a small opening, often by pursing the lips or using a device.

Example: He can whistle a beautiful tune while walking down the street.

noun

Definition: A small device or instrument that makes a high-pitched sound when air is forced through it, often used to signal or get attention.

Example: The coach used a whistle to signal the players during the game.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a sound by forcing air through a small opening, often to create a tune or to get someone's attention.

Example: He can whistle a beautiful melody that everyone loves.

whistler

IPA: /ˈwɪslər/

KK: /ˈhwɪslər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes a whistling sound, or a type of animal known for its whistling call.

Example: The whistler in the park attracted many listeners with its beautiful tunes.

whistling

IPA: /ˈwɪs.lɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhwɪs.lɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The sound made by forcing air through pursed lips or between the teeth, often used to signal or attract attention.

Example: He was whistling a cheerful tune as he walked down the street.

verb

Definition: The action of making a high-pitched sound by forcing air through a small opening, often done with the lips or fingers.

Example: She was whistling a cheerful tune while walking down the street.

whittle

IPA: /ˈhwɪtəl/

KK: /ˈhwɪtəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To cut or shape wood using a knife, often by removing small pieces.

Example: He likes to whittle small figures out of wood during his free time.

noun

Definition: A large knife used for carving or shaping wood.

Example: He used a whittle to carve a small figure from the piece of wood.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut away small pieces from something, usually wood, to shape it or make it smaller.

Example: He likes to whittle small figures out of wood during his free time.

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