IPA: /tɪld/
KK: /tɪld/
Definition: Prepared and cultivated land for growing crops by turning over the soil.
Example: The farmer tilled the field to get it ready for planting.
Definition: To prepare and cultivate land for growing crops by turning over the soil.
Example: The farmer tilled the field before planting the seeds.
IPA: /ˈtɪlaɪt/
KK: /ˈtɪlaɪt/
Definition: A type of rock formed from glacial debris that has been compacted and cemented together.
Example: The geologist studied the tillite to understand the effects of ancient glaciers on the landscape.
IPA: /tɪlθ/
KK: /tɪlθ/
Definition: The preparation and use of land for growing crops, including the condition of the soil.
Example: Farmers often check the tilth of the soil before planting seeds to ensure good growth.
IPA: /ˈtɪmbər/
KK: /ˈtɪmbər/
Definition: Wood that is prepared for use in building or carpentry, often in the form of beams or planks.
Example: The carpenter selected high-quality timber for the new house.
Definition: To provide support or structure using wooden beams or logs.
Example: The workers will timber the mine shaft to ensure it is safe.
IPA: /ˈtɪm.bərd/
KK: /ˈtɪmbərd/
Definition: Describing something that is made of wood or has wooden parts, often referring to structures like buildings that have visible wooden beams.
Example: The timbered house stood out among the modern buildings in the neighborhood.
IPA: /ˈtɪmbərˌhɛd/
KK: /ˈtɪmbərˌhɛd/
Definition: The upper part of a timber that sticks out above a deck, often used for securing ropes or as a support.
Example: The crew tied the ropes to the timberhead to secure the ship at the dock.
IPA: /ˈtɪmbərɪŋ/
KK: /ˈtɪmbərɪŋ/
Definition: The wood used for building or making structures, or the structures themselves made from wood.
Example: The timbering of the house was done with high-quality oak.
IPA: /ˈtɪmbərˌlænd/
KK: /ˈtɪmbərlænd/
Definition: A type of land that is covered with trees and is often used for growing timber that can be sold.
Example: The timberland was filled with tall trees ready for harvesting.
IPA: /ˈtɪmbəlaɪn/
KK: /ˈtɪmbərˌlaɪn/
Definition: The height in mountains or at certain latitudes where trees can no longer grow due to environmental conditions.
Example: As we climbed higher, we reached the timberline where the trees stopped growing.
IPA: /ˈtɪmbərˌmæn/
KK: /ˈtɪmbərˌmæn/
Definition: A person who works with timber, either by selling it or using it in construction, especially in mining.
Example: The timberman carefully selected the best logs for the new building project.
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