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Topic: Jobs

stockman

IPA: /ˈstɒk.mən/

KK: /ˈstɑkˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A man who works with or takes care of livestock, such as cattle or sheep, often on a farm.

Example: The stockman checked on the cattle every morning to ensure they were healthy.

stockpiler

IPA: /ˈstɒkˌpaɪlə/

KK: /ˈstɑkˌpaɪlər/

noun

Definition: A person who collects and stores large amounts of goods or supplies for future use.

Example: During the pandemic, many stockpilers bought extra food and supplies to ensure they had enough at home.

stockroom

IPA: /ˈstɒkruːm/

KK: /ˈstɑkˌrum/

noun

Definition: A room where items or materials are stored, often used in businesses to keep supplies organized and ready for use.

Example: The manager checked the stockroom to see if there were enough supplies for the week.

stocktaking

IPA: /ˈstɒkˌteɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈstɑkˌteɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of counting and checking the items or supplies that a business has in stock.

Example: The manager scheduled a stocktaking to ensure they had enough products for the upcoming sale.

stockyard

IPA: /ˈstɒkˌjɑːd/

KK: /ˈstɑkˌjɑrd/

noun

Definition: A large area where farm animals like cows, pigs, or sheep are kept for a short time before they are sold or sent to be slaughtered.

Example: The farmer took his cattle to the stockyard to prepare them for sale.

stoker

IPA: /ˈstoʊkər/

KK: /ˈstoʊkər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that supplies fuel to a fire, especially in a furnace or boiler.

Example: The stoker carefully added coal to the furnace to keep the steam engine running smoothly.

stonecutter

IPA: /ˈstoʊnˌkʌtər/

KK: /ˈstoʊnˌkʌtər/

noun

Definition: A person or machine that cuts, shapes, or carves stone for construction or artistic purposes.

Example: The stonecutter skillfully shaped the marble into a beautiful statue.

stonemason

IPA: /ˈstoʊnˌmeɪsən/

KK: /ˈstoʊnˌmeɪsən/

noun

Definition: A person who works with stone to create structures, such as buildings or monuments, by cutting, shaping, and laying stones.

Example: The stonemason carefully carved the intricate designs into the stone.

stoppage

IPA: /ˈstɒpɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈstɑpɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The action of stopping something or the state of being stopped, often used in the context of work or activities being paused.

Example: The workers organized a stoppage to demand better pay and conditions.

storekeeper

IPA: /ˈstɔːrˌkiːpər/

KK: /ˈstɔrˌkipər/

noun

Definition: A person who manages a store, responsible for selling goods and keeping track of inventory.

Example: The storekeeper greeted customers as they entered the shop.

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