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Topic: Jobs

upgrader

IPA: /ˈʌpˌɡreɪdə/

KK: /ˈʌpˌɡreɪdər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that improves or enhances something, often by making it more modern or efficient.

Example: The upgrader installed new software to enhance the system's performance.

upholsterer

IPA: /ʌˈhoʊlstərər/

KK: /ʌˈhoʊlstərər/

noun

Definition: A person who covers furniture with fabric and padding to make it comfortable and attractive.

Example: The upholsterer skillfully restored the old chair to its former glory.

upsell

IPA: /ˈʌpˌsɛl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌsɛl/

verb

Definition: To encourage a customer to purchase additional items or upgrades beyond what they originally planned to buy.

Example: The salesperson tried to upsell the customer by suggesting a more expensive model of the phone.

upskill

IPA: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌskɪl/

verb

Definition: To learn new skills or improve existing ones, often to enhance job performance or adapt to changes in the workplace.

Example: Many employees choose to upskill to stay competitive in their careers.

upstart

IPA: /ˈʌpˌstɑːrt/

KK: /ˈʌpˌstɑrt/

adjective

Definition: Someone who has recently gained wealth or power and behaves arrogantly or presumptuously.

Example: The upstart businessman made bold claims about his company's future.

intransitive verb

Definition: To suddenly rise or emerge, often unexpectedly or with a sense of surprise.

Example: The new technology caused many companies to upstart in the market.

noun

Definition: A person who has suddenly become wealthy or important, often behaving arrogantly because of their new status.

Example: The upstart businessman surprised everyone with his bold ideas and confidence.

uptowner

IPA: /ˈʌpˌtaʊnər/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtaʊnər/

noun

Definition: A person who lives in or comes from the upper part of a city, often associated with wealth or a higher social status.

Example: The uptowner enjoyed shopping in the upscale boutiques downtown.

upwardly

IPA: /ˈʌp.wɚd.li/

KK: /ˈʌpwərdli/

adverb

Definition: In a direction that goes higher or towards a higher position or status.

Example: The balloon floated upwardly into the sky.

urbanologist

IPA: /ˈɜːrbənˌɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /ˈɜːrbənˌɑːlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the social, economic, and environmental issues related to cities and urban living.

Example: The urbanologist presented her findings on the impact of public transportation on city life.

urologist

IPA: /jʊˈrɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /juˈrɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical doctor who focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions related to the urinary system and male reproductive organs.

Example: After experiencing persistent pain, I decided to visit a urologist for a check-up.

usher

IPA: /ˈʌʃər/

KK: /ˈʌʃər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To act as a guide or attendant, often in a formal setting, helping people find their seats or directing them.

Example: He will usher at the wedding ceremony to help guests find their seats.

noun

Definition: A person who helps guide or escort others to their seats, especially in places like theaters, churches, or events.

Example: The usher showed us to our seats before the show started.

transitive verb

Definition: To lead someone to a place or to guide them, often in a formal setting.

Example: The host will usher the guests to their seats at the wedding.

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