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Topic: Places

belfry

IPA: /ˈbɛl.fri/

KK: /ˈbɛlfri/

noun

Definition: A tall structure or part of a building where bells are kept and rung.

Example: The old church had a beautiful belfry that could be seen from miles away.

belvedere

IPA: /ˌbɛlvɪˈdɪə/

KK: /ˈbɛlvɪˌdɪr/

noun

Definition: A small building or structure, often on a roof or hill, that is built to provide a good view of the surrounding area.

Example: We climbed to the belvedere to enjoy the beautiful sunset over the valley.

berg

IPA: /bɜːrɡ/

KK: /bɜrg/

noun

Definition: A large piece of ice that floats in the sea, often broken off from a glacier or ice shelf.

Example: The ship navigated carefully around the massive berg to avoid any collisions.

berth

IPA: /bɜrθ/

KK: /bɜrθ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To arrive at a place where a ship can be secured or docked.

Example: The ship will berth at the harbor by noon.

noun

Definition: A place where a ship can dock or anchor, or a bed or bunk on a ship or train.

Example: The cruise ship found a berth at the harbor to unload its passengers.

transitive verb

Definition: To place a ship in a designated area for docking or mooring.

Example: The captain decided to berth the ship at the harbor for the night.

bethel

IPA: /ˈbɛθəl/

KK: /ˈbɛθəl/

noun

Definition: A place of worship, often used by seafarers or Nonconformists, that is considered holy or sacred.

Example: The sailors gathered at the bethel before setting out to sea.

bibliotheca

IPA: /ˌbɪblɪˈθɛkə/

KK: /ˌbɪblɪˈθɛkə/

noun

Definition: A collection or catalog of books, often referring to a library or a list of books available for reading.

Example: The bibliotheca contained thousands of ancient texts and manuscripts.

bicoastal

IPA: //baɪˈkoʊstl//

KK: /baɪˈkoʊstl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to both the east and west coasts of the United States, often used to describe people or activities that involve both coasts.

Example: Many celebrities have a bicoastal lifestyle, living part-time in both New York and Los Angeles.

bidonville

IPA: //bɪˈdɒnvɪl//

KK: /bɪˈdɒnvɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of settlement made up of poorly constructed homes, usually found on the edges of a city, particularly in France or North Africa.

Example: Many families live in a bidonville, struggling to find basic services and infrastructure.

bight

IPA: /baɪt/

KK: /baɪt/

noun

Definition: A bend or curve in a shoreline or coast that creates a wide bay or inlet.

Example: The boat sailed into the bight to find shelter from the storm.

billabong

IPA: /ˈbɪləˌbɔŋ/

KK: /bɪləbɔŋ/

noun

Definition: A side channel or pool that is connected to a river but often does not flow with water, especially during dry seasons.

Example: The children played by the billabong, enjoying the cool water on a hot day.

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