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Topic: Places

transpontine

IPA: //trænˈspɒntaɪn//

KK: /træn'spɔːtaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of theaters that were located south of the Thames River in London, often associated with melodramatic performances.

Example: The transpontine theaters were known for their lively and dramatic productions.

triplex

IPA: /ˈtrɪplɛks/

KK: /ˈtrɪplɛks/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is made up of three parts or sections, such as a building with three separate living units.

Example: They live in a triplex that has three different apartments.

noun

Definition: A type of building that has three separate living units, often used for apartments or homes.

Example: We live in a triplex that has three different apartments.

tripoli

IPA: //ˈtrɪpəli//

KK: /ˈtrɪpəˌli/

noun

Definition: A type of lightweight, porous rock made from the remains of tiny sea creatures or fine particles, often used for polishing and as an abrasive material.

Example: The workers used tripoli to polish the surface of the wood.

tristate

IPA: /ˈtraɪˌsteɪt/

KK: /ˈtraɪˌsteɪt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involving three different states, especially in a geographical context where they meet or are adjacent to each other.

Example: The tristate area includes parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

noun

Definition: An area where the borders of three states meet at one point, often used to describe specific locations in the United States.

Example: The tristate area is known for its diverse culture and economy.

tuffet

IPA: /ˈtʌfɪt/

KK: /ˈtʌfɪt/

noun

Definition: A small, low seat or stool, often used for sitting or resting one's feet.

Example: She sat on her tuffet while enjoying the sunny day in the garden.

tunnel

IPA: /ˈtʌnəl/

KK: /ˈtʌnəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create a passageway underground or through a barrier.

Example: The workers will tunnel through the mountain to create a new route.

noun

Definition: A long, narrow passage that goes through or under something, like the ground or a mountain.

Example: The train travels through a tunnel under the city.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a passage or channel by digging through or under something.

Example: They decided to tunnel under the mountain to create a new route.

tupik

IPA: /ˈtuːpɪk/

KK: /tupɪk/

noun

Definition: A type of tent made from animal skins, traditionally used by the Inuit people during the summer months.

Example: The Inuit set up a tupik to shelter themselves from the summer sun.

turnstile

IPA: /ˈtɜrnstaɪl/

KK: /ˈtɜrnˌstaɪl/

noun

Definition: A mechanical device that allows people to enter or exit a place, usually found in public areas like train stations or amusement parks, where it only lets one person through at a time.

Example: We had to use the turnstile to enter the subway station.

tyne

IPA: /taɪn/

KK: /taɪn/

noun

Definition: A river in northeastern England that is created by the joining of two smaller rivers, the North Tyne and the South Tyne, and flows into the North Sea.

Example: The Tyne is known for its beautiful bridges and scenic views.

unchartered

IPA: /ʌnˈtʃɑːrtərd/

KK: /ʌnˈtʃɑrtərd/

adjective

Definition: Not mapped or explored; referring to areas or situations that are unfamiliar or not previously documented.

Example: The explorers set out to discover unchartered territories in the remote jungle.

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