IPA: /ˈstɒk.mən/
KK: /ˈstɑkˌmæn/
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.
IPA: /ˈstɒkˌpaɪlə/
KK: /ˈstɑkˌpaɪlər/
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.
IPA: /ˈstɒkruːm/
KK: /ˈstɑkˌrum/
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.
IPA: /ˈstɒkˌteɪkɪŋ/
KK: /ˈstɑkˌteɪkɪŋ/
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.
IPA: /ˈstɒkˌjɑːd/
KK: /ˈstɑkˌjɑrd/
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.
IPA: /ˈstoʊkər/
KK: /ˈstoʊkər/
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.
IPA: /ˈstoʊnˌkʌtər/
KK: /ˈstoʊnˌkʌtər/
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.
IPA: /ˈstoʊnˌmeɪsən/
KK: /ˈstoʊnˌmeɪsən/
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.
IPA: /ˈstɒpɪdʒ/
KK: /ˈstɑpɪdʒ/
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.
IPA: /ˈstɔːrˌkiːpər/
KK: /ˈstɔrˌkipər/
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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