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Topic: Office

awarder

IPA: /əˈwɔːrdər/

KK: /əˈwɔrdər/

noun

Definition: A person who gives awards or prizes to others for their achievements or accomplishments.

Example: The awarder presented the trophy to the best player of the season.

backfill

IPA: /ˈbækˌfɪl/

KK: /ˈbækˌfɪl/

noun

Definition: Material that is used to fill in a hole or an excavated area, often after construction or digging work is completed.

Example: The workers used sand as backfill to level the ground after the pipes were installed.

transitive verb

Definition: To refill an area that has been dug out, usually with soil or other materials.

Example: The construction crew will backfill the trench after laying the pipes.

backlog

IPA: /ˈbæk.lɒg/

KK: /ˈbækˌlɔg/

intransitive verb

Definition: To accumulate or gather items that are pending or not yet completed.

Example: The tasks began to backlog as the team struggled to keep up with the workload.

noun

Definition: A large amount of work or tasks that have not been completed or processed yet.

Example: The company has a backlog of orders that need to be fulfilled.

transitive verb

Definition: To accumulate or gather items that are pending or not yet completed, often referring to tasks or orders that need to be addressed.

Example: The company had to backlog several orders due to supply chain issues.

backroom

IPA: /ˈbækˌrʊm/

KK: /ˈbækˌrum/

adjective

Definition: Relating to activities that happen in a private or hidden place, often involving secretive or discreet actions.

Example: The backroom deals were made without the public's knowledge.

noun

Definition: A room that is located at the back of a building or space, often used for private meetings or activities.

Example: The executives held their discussions in the backroom to avoid drawing attention.

badge

IPA: /bædʒ/

KK: /bædʒ/

noun

Definition: A small object or symbol that shows a person's rank, membership, or achievement, often worn on clothing.

Example: She proudly displayed her badge of honor after completing the marathon.

billable

IPA: /ˈbɪl.ə.bəl/

KK: /ˈbɪləbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be charged for services or work done, often in a professional context.

Example: The lawyer provided several billable hours for his clients this month.

noun

Definition: An item or service that can be charged to a client or customer.

Example: The lawyer provided a detailed list of billable hours for the project.

billet

IPA: /ˈbɪl.ɪt/

KK: /ˈbɪlɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stay or be housed in a particular place, often temporarily.

Example: During the war, soldiers would billet in local homes.

noun

Definition: A billet is a small piece of material, often wood or metal, that can be used for various purposes, such as fuel or manufacturing. It can also refer to a job or position of employment.

Example: He used a billet of wood to start the fire in the fireplace.

transitive verb

Definition: To assign a place for someone to stay, especially for soldiers, often in a temporary manner.

Example: The commander decided to billet the troops in the nearby town.

billhead

IPA: /ˈbɪlˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈbɪlˌhɛd/

noun

Definition: A piece of paper that has a company's name and address at the top, used to show costs or charges for services or products.

Example: The company sent me a billhead with the total amount due for the services provided.

binder

IPA: /ˈbaɪndər/

KK: /ˈbaɪndər/

noun

Definition: A cover or folder with rings or clamps used to hold sheets of paper together.

Example: I organized my notes in a binder for easy access during class.

blotter

IPA: /ˈblɒtə/

KK: /ˈblɒtər/

noun

Definition: A book or pad used to absorb ink or record daily events and transactions.

Example: The officer checked the blotter for any recent incidents reported in the area.

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