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Topic: Nature

windle

IPA: /ˈwɪndl/

KK: /ˈwɪndl/

noun

Definition: A tool used for winding yarn, often shaped like a reel, or an old measure for corn equivalent to half a bushel.

Example: The artisan used a windle to create beautiful yarn from the wool.

windless

IPA: /ˈwɪndləs/

KK: /ˈwɪndləs/

adjective

Definition: Having no wind; a calm condition without any breeze.

Example: The lake was perfectly still on the windless day.

windlestraw

IPA: //ˈwɪndləstrɔː//

KK: /ˈwɪndəlstrɔː/

noun

Definition: A long, thin, dried stalk of grass, often used in crafts or as a natural material.

Example: The children used windlestraw to make their decorations for the festival.

windling

IPA: /ˈwɪndlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwɪndlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A branch that has been broken or blown down by the wind.

Example: After the storm, we found a windling lying on the ground.

windmill

IPA: /ˈwɪndˌmɪl/

KK: /ˈwɪndˌmɪl/

noun

Definition: A structure that uses wind to turn blades or sails, often used to grind grain or generate electricity.

Example: The old windmill in the countryside still works to grind flour.

transitive verb

Definition: To move or cause to move in a circular motion, similar to how the blades of a windmill turn.

Example: The children watched as the toy windmill windmilled in the breeze.

windowpane

IPA: /ˈwɪn.dəʊ.peɪn/

KK: /ˈwɪndoʊpeɪn/

noun

Definition: A flat piece of glass that is used to fill a window frame, allowing light to enter while keeping out the weather.

Example: The windowpane shattered when the ball hit it.

windowy

IPA: /ˈwɪndoʊi/

KK: /ˈwɪndoʊi/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has many windows or resembles the openings of a window.

Example: The new building has a windowy design that lets in plenty of natural light.

windrow

IPA: /ˈwɪndroʊ/

KK: /ˈwɪndroʊ/

noun

Definition: A long line of cut grass or grain that is left in a field to dry before it is collected.

Example: The farmer arranged the windrow neatly to ensure the hay dried properly.

transitive verb

Definition: To arrange or shape something, typically grass or hay, into a long line or row for drying or collection.

Example: Farmers often windrow the hay to make it easier to collect later.

windslab

IPA: /ˈwɪndˌslæb/

KK: /wɪndslæb/

noun

Definition: A large piece of snow that can break off and slide down a slope, often creating a risk of avalanches.

Example: The skiers were warned about the unstable windslab on the mountain.

windstorm

IPA: /ˈwɪndˌstɔrm/

KK: /wɪndstɔrm/

noun

Definition: A type of storm that has strong winds and may cause damage, but usually does not bring much rain.

Example: The windstorm knocked down several trees in the neighborhood.

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