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Topic: Nature

shipwrecked

IPA: /ˈʃɪpˌrɛkt/

KK: /ˈʃɪprɛkt/

adjective

Definition: Describes someone or something that has been left in a difficult situation after a ship has sunk or been destroyed.

Example: After the storm, the shipwrecked sailors were found on a deserted island.

verb

Definition: To be stranded or left in a difficult situation after a ship has sunk or been destroyed.

Example: After the storm, the crew found themselves shipwrecked on a deserted island.

shittimwood

IPA: /ˈʃɪtɪmˌwʊd/

KK: /ˈʃɪtɪmˌwʊd/

noun

Definition: A type of wood from certain trees, particularly used in making furniture and structures, known for its hardness and density.

Example: The craftsmen chose shittimwood to build the sturdy table.

shoal

IPA: /ʃoʊl/

KK: /ʃoʊl/

adjective

Definition: Describing a body of water that is not deep, where the bottom can be easily seen or reached.

Example: The shoal water made it easy for the children to play safely.

intransitive verb

Definition: To become shallow or to gather in large numbers, often referring to fish or other animals.

Example: The fish shoal together near the coral reef during the summer months.

noun

Definition: A large group of fish or other marine animals, or a shallow area in a body of water that can be dangerous for boats.

Example: The fishermen found a shoal of fish near the reef.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a body of water shallower, often by causing sediment to accumulate or by moving into a shallower area.

Example: The boat shoaled as it approached the shore, making it difficult to navigate.

shoaly

IPA: /ˈʃoʊli/

KK: /ˈʃoʊli/

adjective

Definition: Having many shallow areas or places where the water is not deep.

Example: The shoaly waters near the shore are perfect for wading.

shoebill

IPA: /ˈʃuːbɪl/

KK: /ˈʃuːbɪl/

noun

Definition: A large bird found in eastern Africa, known for its tall stature, long legs, and a distinctive large bill that resembles a shoe.

Example: The shoebill stood silently in the water, waiting for fish to swim by.

shore

IPA: /ʃɔːr/

KK: /ʃɔr/

noun

Definition: The land that is next to a large body of water, like an ocean, sea, lake, or river.

Example: We walked along the shore and collected seashells.

transitive verb

Definition: To support something that is weak or unstable, often by adding extra support or reinforcement.

Example: The workers shored up the building to prevent it from collapsing during the storm.

shorebird

IPA: /ˈʃɔːrˌbɜːrd/

KK: /ˈʃɔrˌbɜrd/

noun

Definition: A type of bird that lives or is commonly found near the water's edge, such as beaches or wetlands.

Example: We saw a shorebird searching for food along the sandy beach.

shorefront

IPA: //ˈʃɔːrfrʌnt//

KK: /ˈʃɔrfɪrnt/

noun

Definition: Land that is located next to a body of water, such as a lake, river, or ocean.

Example: The new park was built along the shorefront, providing beautiful views of the sea.

shoreline

IPA: /ˈʃɔːrlaɪn/

KK: /ˈʃɔrlaɪn/

noun

Definition: The area of land that is next to a body of water, such as a lake, river, or ocean.

Example: We walked along the shoreline, collecting seashells and enjoying the view.

shoreside

IPA: //ˈʃɔːrsaɪd//

KK: /ˈʃɔrˌsaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Located on or near the edge of a body of water, such as a sea, lake, or river.

Example: The shoreside cottages offer beautiful views of the ocean.

noun

Definition: The area where land meets a body of water, such as a lake, river, or ocean.

Example: We walked along the shoreside, enjoying the sound of the waves.

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