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stairway

IPA: /ˈstɛrweɪ/

KK: /ˈstɛrˌweɪ/

noun

Definition: A structure consisting of a series of steps that allows people to move from one level to another in a building.

Example: She walked up the stairway to reach the second floor.

stairwell

IPA: /ˈstɛrˌwɛl/

KK: /ˈstɛrˌwɛl/

noun

Definition: A vertical space or area in a building where a staircase is located, allowing people to move between different floors.

Example: The fire escape was located in the stairwell, providing a safe exit from the building.

stay

IPA: /steɪ/

KK: /steɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To remain in a particular place or condition without leaving.

Example: I decided to stay at home instead of going out.

noun

Definition: A short time spent living or visiting in a place.

Example: We had a lovely stay at the hotel during our vacation.

transitive verb

Definition: To remain in a place or position for a period of time, often used to indicate a temporary situation or to indicate that something is being supported or held in place.

Example: I decided to stay at my friend's house for the weekend.

steading

IPA: /ˈstɛdɪŋ/

KK: /ˈstɛdɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A small farm or the buildings and area associated with farming activities.

Example: They decided to buy a steading in the countryside to start their own farm.

verb

Definition: To make or keep steady; to stabilize or support something.

Example: The workers are steading the structure as they add more bricks.

stillroom

IPA: /ˈstɪlruːm/

KK: /ˈstɪlˌrum/

noun

Definition: A room near the kitchen used for storing drinks, preparing beverages, or keeping food items like liqueurs and preserves.

Example: The stillroom was filled with jars of homemade jams and bottles of wine.

stoneware

IPA: /ˈstoʊnˌwɛər/

KK: /ˈstoʊnˌwɛr/

noun

Definition: A type of pottery that is strong, not see-through, and made by firing clay at a high temperature.

Example: The artist created beautiful dishes from stoneware that were both durable and stylish.

stool

IPA: /stuːl/

KK: /stul/

intransitive verb

Definition: To pass waste from the body; to defecate.

Example: After eating a large meal, he felt the need to stool.

noun

Definition: A small seat without a back or arms, often used for sitting or as a footrest.

Example: She sat on the stool while painting the wall.

stoop

IPA: /stuːp/

KK: /stup/

intransitive verb

Definition: To bend forward and down from the waist or back, often to pick something up or to fit into a smaller space.

Example: He had to stoop to pick up the fallen book.

noun

Definition: A small porch or set of steps at the entrance of a house or building, often used for sitting or standing.

Example: She sat on the stoop, enjoying the warm evening breeze.

transitive verb

Definition: To bend the upper part of the body forward and down, often while standing or sitting.

Example: He had to stoop to pick up the fallen book from the ground.

stopcock

IPA: /ˈstɒpkɒk/

KK: /ˈstɑpˌkɑk/

noun

Definition: A device used to control the flow of liquid or gas in a pipe, similar to a valve or faucet.

Example: The plumber fixed the stopcock to prevent water leakage.

store

IPA: /stɔːr/

KK: /stɔr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a place where goods are sold to customers.

Example: I bought some store-bought cookies for the party.

noun

Definition: A place where people can buy goods, such as food, clothes, or other items.

Example: I need to go to the store to buy some groceries.

transitive verb

Definition: To keep something in a place for future use, such as putting items in a warehouse or saving data in a computer.

Example: I need to store these files on my hard drive for later access.

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