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Topic: Places

vault

IPA: /vɔlt/

KK: /vɔlt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To jump or leap high into the air, often using one's hands or a pole for support.

Example: The athlete vaulted over the high bar with ease during the competition.

noun

Definition: A secure room or space, often underground, used for storing valuable items like money or important documents.

Example: The bank installed a new vault to keep customers' money safe.

transitive verb

Definition: To jump over something, often using your hands or a pole for support, or to create an arched structure.

Example: The gymnast vaulted over the high bar with great skill.

venue

IPA: /ˈvɛnjuː/

KK: /ˈvɛnju/

noun

Definition: A location where events, such as concerts, meetings, or sports, take place.

Example: The concert will be held at a popular venue downtown.

veranda

IPA: /vəˈrændə/

KK: /vəˈrændə/

noun

Definition: A roofed platform or balcony that is attached to the outside of a building, often used for sitting or relaxing.

Example: They enjoyed their morning coffee on the veranda, watching the sunrise.

verandah

IPA: /vɛˈrændə/

KK: /vɛrˈændə/

noun

Definition: A roofed area attached to the outside of a building, often used for sitting or relaxing, and sometimes partially enclosed.

Example: They enjoyed their morning coffee on the verandah, watching the sunrise.

verge

IPA: /vɜːrdʒ/

KK: /vɜrdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To come close to or be on the edge of something; to approach a certain condition or quality.

Example: The discussion verged on a heated debate about the future of the project.

noun

Definition: The edge or border of something, often referring to a boundary or limit.

Example: The garden is located on the verge of the forest.

vestibule

IPA: /ˈvɛstɪbjuːl/

KK: /ˈvɛstɪˌbjuːl/

noun

Definition: A small area or hall that serves as an entrance to a larger space, often found in buildings or as a part of the anatomy.

Example: When you enter the house, you first step into the vestibule before going into the living room.

vestibuled

IPA: /vɛsˈtɪbjuːld/

KK: /vɛsˈtɪbjuːld/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a vestibule, which is a small entrance or lobby area in a building.

Example: The hotel featured a beautifully decorated vestibibuled entrance that welcomed guests.

vestry

IPA: /ˈvɛs.tri/

KK: /ˈvɛs.tri/

noun

Definition: A room in a church where clergy prepare for services and store religious items, or a committee that manages church affairs.

Example: The church's vestry held a meeting to discuss the upcoming charity event.

viaduct

IPA: /ˈvaɪəˌdʌkt/

KK: /ˈvaɪəˌdʌkt/

noun

Definition: A structure made of spans or arches that allows a road or railroad to cross over a valley or other obstacles.

Example: The train traveled smoothly over the viaduct, enjoying the scenic views below.

vicarage

IPA: /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈvɪkərɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A house where a vicar lives, often associated with the church and its community.

Example: The vicarage was beautifully maintained and served as a gathering place for the parishioners.

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