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Topic: Sports

drysuit

IPA: //ˈdraɪsuːt//

KK: /ˈdraɪˌsut/

noun

Definition: A special suit designed to keep a person warm and dry while they are in cold water, often used in activities like diving or kayaking.

Example: He wore a drysuit to stay warm during his scuba diving trip in icy waters.

duathlete

IPA: /ˈdjuːəθliːt/

KK: /ˈduːəθliːt/

noun

Definition: A person who competes in a duathlon, which is a race that includes running and cycling.

Example: She trained hard to become a successful duathlete.

duathlon

IPA: /ˈdjuːəθlɒn/

KK: /ˈdjuːəθlən/

noun

Definition: A type of race that includes two parts: running and cycling, usually done in that order.

Example: She trained hard for the duathlon to improve her running and cycling skills.

duckpin

IPA: /ˈdʌkˌpɪn/

KK: /ˈdʌkˌpɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of bowling pin that is shorter and wider than a standard tenpin, used in a specific bowling game.

Example: We decided to play duckpin bowling at the local alley this weekend.

duffing

IPA: /ˈdʌfɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʌfɪŋ/

noun

Definition: In fishing, this term refers to the main part of a fake fly used to attract fish.

Example: The fisherman carefully selected a duffing to improve his chances of catching trout.

verb

Definition: To duff means to fail or to mess up something, often used in a context where someone does not perform well or makes a mistake.

Example: He was duffing his chances of winning the game by not practicing enough.

dugout

IPA: /ˈdʌɡaʊt/

KK: /ˈdʌɡaʊt/

noun

Definition: A type of shelter or boat created by hollowing out a log or digging into the ground, often used for protection or as a resting place.

Example: The team waited in the dugout during the rain delay of the game.

dunk

IPA: /dʌŋk/

KK: /dʌŋk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To jump and score by putting the ball directly through the hoop in basketball, or to briefly go underwater.

Example: He decided to dunk the basketball during the game to impress the crowd.

noun

Definition: A type of food that is dipped into a liquid or creamy substance, or a basketball move where a player jumps and scores by putting the ball directly through the hoop.

Example: He enjoyed a snack of vegetables with a tasty dip for dunking.

transitive verb

Definition: To put something into a liquid quickly, often to coat it or soak it, or to slam a ball into a basketball hoop from above.

Example: He likes to dunk his cookies in milk before eating them.

dunker

IPA: /ˈdʌŋkər/

KK: /ˈdʌŋkər/

noun

Definition: A person who dunks, especially in basketball, or a member of certain religious groups with specific practices.

Example: The dunker made an impressive shot during the game, thrilling the crowd.

verb

Definition: To take severe revenge or punishment for a wrong done to someone.

Example: He decided to dunker the rival team after they insulted him during the game.

dunking

IPA: /ˈdʌŋkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʌŋkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The action of quickly putting something into a liquid, often used to describe putting a ball into a basketball hoop or dipping food into a drink.

Example: He enjoyed dunking his cookies in milk before eating them.

dunting

IPA: /ˈdʌntɪŋ/

KK: /dʌntɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of knocking or hitting something, especially in the context of ceramics where it refers to the cracking of pottery during firing.

Example: The potter was careful to avoid any dunting while firing the delicate pieces.

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