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Topic: Sports

cartwheel

IPA: /ˈkɑːrtˌwɪl/

KK: /ˈkɑrtˌwɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To perform a sideways movement where the body turns over in a circular motion, usually with the hands touching the ground and the feet following in a rolling motion.

Example: The children took turns doing a cartwheel on the grass.

noun

Definition: A movement where a person turns sideways while keeping their arms and legs spread out, resembling a wheel.

Example: The children practiced their cartwheels in the park.

castled

IPA: /ˈkæs.təld/

KK: /ˈkæstld/

adjective

Definition: Having battlements or towers like a castle; resembling a castle in structure or appearance.

Example: The old mansion was castled, giving it a majestic and fortified look.

castling

IPA: /ˈkæs.tlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkæstlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A special move in chess where the king and a rook move at the same time, allowing the king to move two squares towards the rook and the rook to move to the square next to the king.

Example: In chess, castling is a strategic move that helps protect the king and connect the rooks.

catch

IPA: /kætʃ/

KK: /kætʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become held or fastened, or to act in a way that involves grabbing or holding something.

Example: The ball will catch if you throw it high enough.

noun

Definition: A tricky condition or drawback that is not immediately obvious, or a quantity of something that has been caught, like fish.

Example: The catch of the day was impressive, but there was a catch in the deal that we didn't notice at first.

transitive verb

Definition: To take hold of something that is thrown or moving, or to become aware of something suddenly.

Example: I tried to catch the ball before it hit the ground.

catchable

IPA: /ˈkætʃəbl/

KK: /ˈkæʧəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be caught or captured.

Example: The ball is catchable if you throw it gently.

catcher

IPA: /ˈkætʃər/

KK: /ˈkæʧər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that catches, particularly in baseball, where it refers to the player who stands behind home plate to receive pitches.

Example: The catcher skillfully caught the fastball thrown by the pitcher.

catching

IPA: /ˈkætʃɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkæʧɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Something that is appealing or attractive, often in a way that draws attention or interest.

Example: The advertisement had a catching design that made everyone stop and look.

caving

IPA: /ˈkeɪvɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkeɪvɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The activity of exploring caves for fun or adventure.

Example: Caving can be an exciting way to discover underground landscapes.

verb

Definition: To explore or navigate through caves, often for recreation or adventure.

Example: They spent the weekend caving in the beautiful limestone caves.

challenge

IPA: /ˈtʃæl.ɪndʒ/

KK: /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To question or dispute something, often in a way that invites a response or action.

Example: She decided to challenge the decision made by the committee.

noun

Definition: A situation or task that tests someone's abilities or skills, often requiring effort and determination to overcome.

Example: Climbing the mountain was a real challenge for the team.

transitive verb

Definition: To invite someone to compete or to question something in a way that shows you are not afraid or that you want to test their ability.

Example: She decided to challenge her friend to a race.

champ

IPA: /tʃæmp/

KK: /tʃæmp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move the jaws and teeth in a way that suggests eagerness or impatience, often making a noise while doing so.

Example: The horse began to champ at the bit, eager to start the race.

noun

Definition: A person who has won a competition or is considered the best in a particular field.

Example: She is the reigning champ of the tennis tournament.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a loud noise while biting or chewing something, often used to describe the sound of teeth grinding or munching.

Example: The horse began to champ on its bit as it waited for the race to start.

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