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Topic: Hobbies

hula

IPA: /ˈhuːlə/

KK: /ˈhuːlə/

noun

Definition: A traditional dance from Polynesia that involves moving the hips in a smooth way, often with hand movements, and is usually performed to music with drums and singing.

Example: The dancers performed a beautiful hula at the festival, captivating the audience with their graceful movements.

hunt

IPA: /hʌnt/

KK: /hʌnt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To search for something, often in a determined way.

Example: The children love to hunt for hidden treasures in the backyard.

noun

Definition: The activity of searching for or pursuing animals for food or sport, often involving a group of people and sometimes animals like dogs.

Example: The hunt for deer in the forest begins at dawn.

transitive verb

Definition: To chase or pursue animals for food, sport, or to capture them.

Example: They decided to hunt deer in the forest this season.

hunting

IPA: /ˈhʌntɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhʌntɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The activity of searching for and pursuing animals for food or sport.

Example: Hunting is a popular activity in many rural areas during the fall.

hup

IPA: /hʌp/

KK: /hʌp/

interjection

Definition: A sound used to signal or encourage a group to start marching or to keep a rhythm, often in military contexts.

Example: The sergeant shouted 'hup' to get the soldiers moving in sync.

iceboater

IPA: /ˈaɪsˌboʊtər/

KK: /ˈaɪsˌboʊtər/

noun

Definition: A person who uses a special type of boat designed to sail on ice, typically during winter.

Example: The iceboater glided smoothly across the frozen lake, enjoying the speed of the wind.

idle

IPA: /ˈaɪ.dəl/

KK: /ˈaɪdəl/

adjective

Definition: Not active or not engaged in any work; doing nothing or being lazy.

Example: He spent the afternoon in idle relaxation, doing nothing productive.

intransitive verb

Definition: To spend time doing nothing or being inactive, often without a specific purpose.

Example: On weekends, I like to idle away my time by reading books.

noun

Definition: A state where an engine runs without moving the vehicle, often used to keep it ready for action without actually driving.

Example: The car was left running at idle while we waited for our friend to arrive.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something inactive or to cause it to run without doing any work, like a machine that is on but not in use.

Example: He decided to idle the engine while waiting for his friend.

improvise

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒvaɪz/

KK: /ɪmˈprɑːvaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create or perform something without preparation, using whatever is available at the moment.

Example: During the performance, the musician had to improvise when his sheet music was lost.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or perform something without planning or preparation, often using whatever is available.

Example: She had to improvise a speech when the speaker didn't show up.

improvised

IPA: /ɪmˈprɒvaɪzd/

KK: /ɪmˈprɑɪvaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Made or done without preparation, often in a spontaneous or unplanned way.

Example: The actor delivered an improvised speech that impressed the audience.

verb

Definition: To create or perform something spontaneously without preparation or planning.

Example: During the performance, the actor improvised a few lines when he forgot his script.

indulge

IPA: /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

KK: /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take part in something enjoyable or to allow oneself to enjoy something, often to excess.

Example: She decided to indulge in her favorite dessert after dinner.

transitive verb

Definition: To allow oneself to enjoy something, often to an excessive degree, or to satisfy a desire or craving.

Example: She decided to indulge in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.

inkle

IPA: /ˈɪŋkəl/

KK: /ˈɪŋkəl/

noun

Definition: A type of narrow, colored tape made from linen, often used for decoration or trimming, or the thread used to make this tape.

Example: She used an inkle to add a decorative touch to her dress.

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