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ashtray

IPA: /ˈæʃtreɪ/

KK: /ˈæʃtreɪ/

noun

Definition: A container used to hold ashes from cigarettes or cigars and to collect used cigarette butts.

Example: He placed his cigarette in the ashtray before leaving the room.

attic

IPA: /ˈætɪk/

KK: /ˈætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not applicable as 'attic' is not an adjective; it refers to a space or room at the top of a building, often used for storage.

Example: The old house had a dusty attic filled with forgotten treasures.

noun

Definition: A space or room located directly under the roof of a building, often used for storage or as a living area.

Example: We turned the attic into a cozy reading nook.

awning

IPA: /ˈɔːnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɔːnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A cover that is attached to the outside of a building, usually made of fabric or plastic, providing shelter from sun or rain.

Example: We sat under the awning to enjoy our lunch while staying dry from the rain.

babyproof

IPA: /ˈbeɪbiˌpruːf/

KK: /ˈbeɪbiˌpruf/

adjective

Definition: Made safe for infants or young children by removing or covering potential hazards.

Example: We need to babyproof the house before the new baby arrives.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a place safe for babies or young children by removing or securing items that could be dangerous.

Example: They decided to babyproof the house before the baby arrived.

babyproofed

IPA: /ˈbeɪbiˌpruːft/

KK: /ˈbeɪbiˌpruft/

adjective

Definition: Designed or modified to be safe for babies, preventing accidents or injuries.

Example: The parents babyproofed their home by covering sharp edges and securing furniture.

babyproofing

IPA: /ˈbeɪbiˌpruːfɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbeɪbiˌpruːfɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of making a home safe for babies by removing or securing items that could be dangerous to them.

Example: We spent the weekend babyproofing the house before the baby arrived.

back

IPA: /bæk/

KK: /bæk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a position that is behind or at the rear of something.

Example: The back door is usually quieter than the front one.

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in the opposite direction, especially away from a place or position.

Example: The car backed out of the driveway slowly.

noun

Definition: The rear part of something, often used to provide support or strength, such as the back of a chair or couch.

Example: She leaned against the back of the chair to relax.

transitive verb

Definition: To support or provide evidence for something, to move something in a reverse direction, or to provide backing or reinforcement.

Example: He decided to back the project with additional funding.

backhouse

IPA: /ˈbækˌhaʊs/

KK: /ˈbækˌhaʊs/

noun

Definition: A structure located at the back of a main building, often used for storage or other purposes.

Example: The gardener keeps all the tools in the backhouse behind the main house.

backrest

IPA: /ˈbækˌrɛst/

KK: /ˈbækˌrɛst/

noun

Definition: A support or cushion for the back, often found on chairs or seats to provide comfort.

Example: The chair has a comfortable backrest that helps support my back while I work.

backsplash

IPA: //ˈbækˌsplæʃ//

KK: /ˈbækˌsplæʃ/

noun

Definition: A vertical surface, often made of tiles, that is placed behind a sink or stove to protect the wall from water, heat, and stains.

Example: The kitchen looks great with the new tile backsplash behind the stove.

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