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Topic: Inventions

dowel

IPA: /ˈdaʊəl/

KK: /ˈdaʊəl/

noun

Definition: A round pin or rod used to connect or align two pieces of material, often made of wood, by fitting into corresponding holes.

Example: The carpenter used a dowel to join the two pieces of wood together securely.

transitive verb

Definition: To fasten or align parts of something using small cylindrical pins, known as dowels, which fit into holes to provide support and stability.

Example: The carpenter doweled the table legs to the top for extra strength.

doweling

IPA: /ˈdaʊəlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdaʊəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A small cylindrical rod used to join two pieces of wood or other materials together, often inserted into holes to provide a strong connection.

Example: The carpenter used doweling to secure the two wooden boards together.

downwarp

IPA: /ˈdaʊnˌwɑrp/

KK: /daʊnˌwɑrp/

noun

Definition: A part of the Earth's crust that curves or bends downwards.

Example: The geologist studied the downwarp to understand the geological history of the area.

downwash

IPA: /ˈdaʊnˌwɒʃ/

KK: /ˈdaʊnˌwɑʃ/

noun

Definition: The downward movement of air caused by the action of a propeller or jet, often seen with helicopters or airplanes.

Example: The helicopter's downwash created a strong breeze on the ground.

dragline

IPA: /ˈdræɡ.laɪn/

KK: /ˈdræɡlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of machine used for digging or moving materials, which has a bucket that is pulled towards it by cables.

Example: The construction crew used a dragline to excavate the foundation for the new building.

drawbore

IPA: /ˈdrɔːbɔːr/

KK: /drɔːbɔːr/

noun

Definition: A hole drilled through a wooden joint that helps pull two parts tightly together when a pin or bolt is inserted.

Example: The carpenter used a drawbore to ensure the joint was secure and tight.

verb

Definition: To make a hole larger by pulling a tool through it, often used in woodworking or metalworking.

Example: The carpenter decided to drawbore the tenon to ensure a tight fit in the joint.

drawplate

IPA: /ˈdrɔːpleɪt/

KK: /drɔːpleɪt/

noun

Definition: A strong steel plate with holes that is used to pull wires through, making them thinner and longer.

Example: The electrician used a drawplate to create the perfect gauge for the wire.

drone

IPA: /droʊn/

KK: /droʊn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a continuous, low, dull sound, often in a repetitive or monotonous manner.

Example: The bee droned around the garden, searching for flowers.

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft that is controlled remotely and does not have a pilot on board. It can also refer to a male bee that does not work and is mainly there to mate with the queen bee.

Example: The military uses a drone to gather intelligence from the sky.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a continuous, low, humming sound, often in a dull or monotonous way.

Example: The teacher droned on about the history lesson, making it hard for the students to stay awake.

drosophila

IPA: /drəˈsɒfɪlə/

KK: /drəˈsɒfɪlə/

noun

Definition: A type of small fruit fly that is often used in scientific studies, particularly in genetics.

Example: Researchers use Drosophila to study genetic mutations and inheritance patterns.

drumbeater

IPA: /ˈdrʌmˌbiːtə/

KK: /ˈdrʌmˌbiːtər/

noun

Definition: A person who strongly promotes or advocates for a particular cause or idea, often with great enthusiasm.

Example: The drumbeater for the environmental campaign rallied the community to take action.

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