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Topic: Places

ditch

IPA: /dɪtʃ/

KK: /dɪtʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To crash-land an aircraft in water, often as an emergency measure.

Example: The pilot had to ditch the plane in the ocean after the engine failed.

noun

Definition: A long, narrow hole or trench in the ground, often used for drainage or to mark a boundary.

Example: The farmer dug a ditch to help with water drainage in the field.

transitive verb

Definition: To get rid of something or someone, often by leaving them behind or discontinuing use.

Example: He decided to ditch his old car and buy a new one.

djebel

IPA: /ˈdʒɛbəl/

KK: /dʒɛbɛl/

noun

Definition: A djebel is a term used to refer to a mountain or hill, particularly in North Africa and the Middle East.

Example: The hikers reached the summit of the djebel after a long climb.

dock

IPA: /dɒk/

KK: /dɑk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To arrive at a place where ships are loaded and unloaded.

Example: The boat will dock at the harbor in the evening.

noun

Definition: A place where ships or boats are parked or loaded and unloaded, often found at a waterfront. It can also refer to a platform for loading cargo from trucks or trains.

Example: The cargo ship was scheduled to arrive at the dock early in the morning.

transitive verb

Definition: To bring a vessel or vehicle into a place where it can be secured or stored, often next to a structure designed for this purpose.

Example: The captain decided to dock the ship early to avoid the storm.

dockland

IPA: /ˈdɒk.lænd/

KK: /ˈdɑkˌlænd/

noun

Definition: An area of land near a dock, often used for shipping, storage, or residential purposes.

Example: The new apartments in the dockland offer beautiful views of the harbor.

dockside

IPA: /ˈdɒkˌsaɪd/

KK: /ˈdɑkˌsaɪd/

noun

Definition: The area next to a place where boats are parked or loaded.

Example: We enjoyed a lovely evening walk along the dockside, watching the boats come in.

dockyard

IPA: /ˈdɒk.jɑːd/

KK: /ˈdɑkˌjɑrd/

noun

Definition: A place near water where ships are built, repaired, or stored.

Example: The ship was taken to the dockyard for repairs after the storm.

dongola

IPA: //dɒŋˈɡoʊlə//

KK: /dɔŋˈɡoʊlə/

noun

Definition: A term referring to a government in Upper Egypt or a specific type of kid (young goat) known as Dongola.

Example: The Dongola government played a significant role in the history of Upper Egypt.

donjon

IPA: /ˈdɒnʒən/

KK: /ˈdɒnʒən/

noun

Definition: A strong, tall building in a castle that was used for defense and living quarters.

Example: The knight took refuge in the donjon during the siege.

doorcase

IPA: /ˈdɔːrkeɪs/

KK: /ˈdɔrˌkeɪs/

noun

Definition: The frame that surrounds a door and holds it in place.

Example: The carpenter installed a new doorcase to match the style of the house.

doorjamb

IPA: /ˈdɔːrˌdʒæm/

KK: /dɔrˌdʒæm/

noun

Definition: A vertical piece of wood or metal that forms the side of a doorway and supports the door.

Example: The carpenter installed the new doorjamb to ensure the door would fit properly.

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