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Topic: Jobs

busyness

IPA: /ˈbɪz.i.nəs/

KK: /ˈbɪz.i.nəs/

noun

Definition: The state of being occupied with tasks or activities, often leading to a lack of free time.

Example: Her busyness made it difficult for her to find time to relax.

busywork

IPA: /ˈbɪziˌwɜːrk/

KK: /ˈbɪziˌwɜrk/

noun

Definition: Tasks or activities that keep someone busy but do not produce meaningful results or progress.

Example: He spent the afternoon doing busywork instead of focusing on his main project.

butcher

IPA: /ˈbʊtʃər/

KK: /ˈbʊtʃər/

noun

Definition: A person who sells meat or prepares animals for food by killing and dressing them.

Example: The butcher at the market always has the freshest cuts of meat.

transitive verb

Definition: To kill or prepare animals for food, often in a rough or careless way.

Example: The chef decided to butcher the chicken himself for the special dish.

butcherly

IPA: /ˈbʊtʃərli/

KK: /ˈbʊtʃərli/

adjective

Definition: Resembling a butcher, often in a brutal or violent manner.

Example: The movie depicted a butcherly scene that shocked the audience.

adverb

Definition: In a manner that resembles a butcher, often implying brutality or a lack of compassion.

Example: The soldier acted butcherly during the raid, showing no mercy to the captured enemy.

butler

IPA: /ˈbʌt.lər/

KK: /ˈbʌtlər/

noun

Definition: A person, usually a man, who works in a household and is responsible for managing the staff, serving food and drinks, and taking care of the household's needs.

Example: The butler greeted the guests at the door and showed them to the dining room.

buyer

IPA: /ˈbaɪər/

KK: /ˈbaɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who purchases goods or services.

Example: The buyer decided to purchase the new smartphone after comparing prices.

cabdriver

IPA: //ˈkæbˌdraɪvər//

KK: /ˈkæbˌdraɪvər/

noun

Definition: A person who drives a taxi to transport passengers for a fee.

Example: The cabdriver took me to the airport quickly and safely.

cabinetmaker

IPA: /ˈkæbɪtˌmeɪkər/

KK: /ˈkæbɪtˌmeɪkər/

noun

Definition: A skilled worker who makes furniture and other items from wood, especially cabinets and fine wooden pieces.

Example: The cabinetmaker crafted a beautiful oak table for the dining room.

cabinetmaking

IPA: /ˈkæbɪtˌmeɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkæbɪtˌmeɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The skill or craft of making furniture, especially cabinets, from wood.

Example: He learned cabinetmaking from his father, who was a skilled craftsman.

cabler

IPA: /ˈkeɪblər/

KK: /ˈkeɪblər/

noun

Definition: A person or company that installs, repairs, or maintains cables, especially for television or internet services.

Example: The cabler arrived early to set up the new cable service in our home.

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