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Topic: Sports

swingman

IPA: /ˈswɪŋˌmæn/

KK: /ˈswɪŋˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A player on a basketball team who can play well in more than one position, usually both guard and forward.

Example: He is a great swingman, able to score and assist from different spots on the court.

swingy

IPA: /ˈswɪŋi/

KK: /ˈswɪŋi/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves back and forth or has a lively rhythm, often used for clothing that sways as you walk or for music that has a smooth, energetic beat.

Example: She wore a swingy dress that danced around her as she walked.

swish

IPA: /swɪʃ/

KK: /swɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Stylish and elegant in appearance or manner; often used to describe something that is fashionable or luxurious.

Example: She wore a swish dress to the party that caught everyone's attention.

intransitive verb

Definition: To move quickly through the air, making a soft sound like a hiss or whistle, often associated with something flexible like a whip or fabric.

Example: The flag swished in the wind as it flew high above the crowd.

noun

Definition: A quick, smooth movement that makes a soft sound, often like a rustling or whistling noise.

Example: The swish of the basketball through the net was music to his ears.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a soft, swishing sound by moving something quickly through the air or to hit something in a way that produces this sound.

Example: She swished the broom across the floor to clean up the dust.

swishing

IPA: /ˈswɪʃɪŋ/

KK: /ˈswɪʃɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The sound or movement made when something, like fabric or fur, moves quickly through the air.

Example: The swishing of her dress could be heard as she walked across the room.

verb

Definition: To move or cause to move with a smooth, sweeping sound, often used to describe the sound made by something moving quickly through the air or water.

Example: The cat was swishing its tail back and forth as it watched the bird.

swoosh

IPA: /swuːʃ/

KK: /swʊʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move quickly and make a soft rushing sound, often like air or water flowing.

Example: The basketball swooshed through the net without touching the rim.

noun

Definition: A sound made by something moving quickly through the air, often associated with a swift motion or action.

Example: The basketball made a swoosh as it went through the net.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something move quickly while producing a rushing sound, often used to describe the sound of something moving through the air.

Example: The basketball player made a swoosh as the ball went through the net.

swordplayer

IPA: //ˈsɔːrdˌpleɪər//

KK: /ˈsɔrdˌpleɪər/

noun

Definition: A person who fights with a sword, often in a sport or competition.

Example: The swordplayer demonstrated incredible skill during the tournament.

swordsmanship

IPA: /ˈsɔːrdsmənʃɪp/

KK: /ˈsɔrdsmənˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The ability to use a sword skillfully and effectively in combat or practice.

Example: He trained for years to master the art of swordsmanship.

tacking

IPA: /ˈtækɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtækɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of making temporary stitches in fabric or changing direction, especially in sailing.

Example: The seamstress was tacking the fabric together before sewing it permanently.

verb

Definition: To attach or fasten something, often with a small nail or pin, or to change direction while sailing by turning the bow of the boat into the wind.

Example: The sailor was tacking the sail to adjust to the changing wind direction.

tackle

IPA: /ˈtækəl/

KK: /ˈtækəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To try to deal with a problem or challenge, often by taking action.

Example: The team needs to tackle the issue of poor communication.

noun

Definition: A system of ropes and blocks used for lifting or lowering heavy objects, or a position in football where players are positioned to block or tackle opponents.

Example: The sailor used a tackle to hoist the sail up the mast.

transitive verb

Definition: To deal with or try to solve a problem or challenge, or to stop someone from moving forward in a game by grabbing them.

Example: The team needs to tackle their defensive issues before the next match.

tackler

IPA: /ˈtæk.lər/

KK: /ˈtæk.lɚ/

noun

Definition: A person who tackles, especially in sports like football, or someone who repairs weaving looms.

Example: The tackler made a great play by stopping the opponent in their tracks.

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