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Topic: Jobs

workup

IPA: /ˈwɜːrkʌp/

KK: /ˈwɜrkˌʌp/

noun

Definition: A detailed medical examination or series of tests done to diagnose a condition or illness.

Example: The doctor ordered a workup to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.

workwear

IPA: /ˈwɜːrkˌwɛər/

KK: /ˈwɜrkˌwɛr/

noun

Definition: Clothing that is specifically made for use during work, particularly in jobs that require physical effort or protection.

Example: He wore his workwear to the construction site to stay safe and comfortable.

workweek

IPA: /ˈwɜːrkwiːk/

KK: /ˈwɜrkˌwik/

noun

Definition: The total number of hours or days that a person works in a week.

Example: Many companies are now considering a four-day workweek to improve employee satisfaction.

workwoman

IPA: /ˈwɜːrkˌwʊmən/

KK: /ˈwɜrkˌwʊmən/

noun

Definition: A female worker who does physical or industrial tasks for pay.

Example: The workwoman skillfully operated the machinery at the factory.

wrangler

IPA: /ˈræŋɡlə/

KK: /ˈræŋɡlər/

noun

Definition: A person, often a cowboy or cowgirl, who takes care of horses or works with cattle on a ranch.

Example: The wrangler skillfully managed the horses during the cattle drive.

wrecker

IPA: /ˈrɛkər/

KK: /ˈrɛkər/

noun

Definition: A person or vehicle that is used to remove or recover wrecked vehicles or other items, often involving towing or salvaging.

Example: The wrecker arrived quickly to tow the broken-down car off the highway.

wrier

IPA: //raɪər//

KK: /raɪər/

adjective

Definition: More twisted or bent than something else; often used to describe a humorous or sarcastic expression.

Example: His wrier comments made everyone laugh, even in a serious situation.

wright

IPA: /raɪt/

KK: /raɪt/

noun

Definition: A person who builds or repairs things, especially skilled in working with wood or in specific trades like writing plays or constructing ships.

Example: The shipwright carefully crafted the new boat from oak wood.

writer

IPA: /ˈraɪtə/

KK: /ˈraɪtər/

noun

Definition: A person whose job or hobby is to create written works, such as books, articles, or stories.

Example: The writer spent hours crafting the perfect ending to her novel.

yardman

IPA: /ˈjɑːrdˌmæn/

KK: /ˈjɑrdˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A man who works outdoors in a yard, often doing tasks like maintaining the area or handling materials, especially in places like railroad yards or lumberyards.

Example: The yardman carefully organized the tools and equipment in the storage shed.

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