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Topic: Inventions

wedge

IPA: /wɛdʒ/

KK: /wɛdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become stuck or trapped in a narrow space.

Example: The door wouldn't close because it wedged itself in the frame.

noun

Definition: A piece of material that is thick on one side and thin on the other, used to split or secure things, or to create space in a narrow area.

Example: He used a wooden wedge to keep the door open.

transitive verb

Definition: To force something into a narrow space or to secure it tightly using a wedge-shaped object.

Example: He used a tool to wedge the door open so it wouldn't close.

weld

IPA: /wɛld/

KK: /wɛld/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be able to join materials together using heat or pressure.

Example: The metal pieces weld easily when heated.

noun

Definition: A connection made by joining two pieces of metal together through a process called welding.

Example: The weld on the metal frame was strong enough to hold the structure together.

transitive verb

Definition: To join two pieces of metal together by heating them until they melt and then allowing them to cool and solidify.

Example: The workers will weld the metal beams to create a strong structure.

weldable

IPA: /ˈwɛldəbl/

KK: /ˈwɛldəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be joined together by melting and fusing materials, typically metals, using heat.

Example: The metal pieces are weldable, making them suitable for construction projects.

welding

IPA: /ˈwɛldɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɛldɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of joining two pieces of metal together by heating them until they melt and fuse.

Example: Welding is an important skill in construction and manufacturing.

verb

Definition: The action of joining two pieces of metal together by heating them until they melt and then allowing them to cool, forming a strong bond.

Example: The workers are welding the metal beams to create a sturdy structure.

weldment

IPA: /ˈwɛldmənt/

KK: /ˈwɛldmənt/

noun

Definition: A unit made by joining several pieces together using welding techniques.

Example: The engineer inspected the weldment for any defects before it was installed.

wellhead

IPA: /ˈwɛlˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈwɛlˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: The structure or point where water or oil comes out from a well.

Example: The workers installed a new pump at the wellhead to improve water flow.

wellhole

IPA: /ˈwɛlˌhoʊl/

KK: /ˈwɛlˌhoʊl/

noun

Definition: A space or cavity in a structure, often used for a staircase or to hold a counterbalancing weight in machinery.

Example: The wellhole in the building allowed for a beautiful staircase to be installed.

welting

IPA: /ˈwɛltɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɛltɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A term used to describe a group of raised edges or ridges, often found in materials like fabric or leather, that provide reinforcement or decoration.

Example: The welting on the sofa added a touch of elegance to the overall design.

verb

Definition: To form a raised edge or ridge on a surface, often as a result of pressure or impact.

Example: The welting on the edge of the fabric added a decorative touch to the cushion.

wetproof

IPA: /ˈwɛtpruːf/

KK: /ˈwɛtpruf/

adjective

Definition: Something that is resistant to water and does not allow it to pass through.

Example: The wetproof jacket kept me dry during the rain.

wettability

IPA: /ˈwɛtəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ˈwɛtəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a surface to allow a liquid to spread over it instead of forming droplets.

Example: The wettability of the material affects how well the paint adheres to the surface.

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