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Topic: Sports

shuttlecock

IPA: /ˈʃʌtəlˌkɒk/

KK: /ˈʃʌtəlˌkɒk/

noun

Definition: A small, lightweight object used in badminton, consisting of a rounded base made of cork or rubber and a conical shape made of feathers or plastic.

Example: She skillfully hit the shuttlecock over the net during the badminton match.

transitive verb

Definition: To throw or send something back and forth in a manner similar to how a shuttlecock is hit in badminton.

Example: They decided to shuttlecock the ball between each other during the game.

shuttler

IPA: /ˈʃʌt.lər/

KK: /ˈʃʌtlər/

noun

Definition: A person who plays badminton, a sport where players hit a shuttlecock back and forth over a net.

Example: The shuttler won the championship after an intense match.

sidearm

IPA: //ˈsaɪdɑrm//

KK: /ˈsaɪdˌɑrm/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of throw in sports where the arm moves sideways, typically at shoulder height or lower, rather than being raised above the shoulder.

Example: The pitcher used a sidearm throw to deliver the ball to the batter.

noun

Definition: A type of weapon that is carried at the side, such as a pistol or a sword, often used for self-defense or in combat.

Example: The soldier drew his sidearm when he heard a noise in the bushes.

sideline

IPA: /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

KK: /ˈsaɪdˌlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A line that marks the side of a sports field or court, or the area outside the playing area where coaches and spectators are located.

Example: The players waited on the sideline for their turn to enter the game.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove someone or something from active involvement or participation in an activity or event.

Example: The coach decided to sideline the injured player for the rest of the season.

sideliner

IPA: /ˈsaɪdˌlaɪnər/

KK: /ˈsaɪdˌlaɪnər/

noun

Definition: A person who does not take part in an activity or event, often observing from the side instead of participating.

Example: During the game, he was just a sideliner, watching his friends play without joining in.

sidespin

IPA: /ˈsaɪdˌspɪn/

KK: /ˈsaɪdˌspɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of spin applied to a ball that causes it to rotate horizontally, affecting its trajectory and movement.

Example: The player used sidespin to curve the ball around the defender.

sidestroke

IPA: //ˈsaɪdˌstroʊk//

KK: /ˈsaɪdˌstroʊk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To swim using a technique where the swimmer lies on their side and moves their arms and legs in a coordinated manner.

Example: She decided to use the sidestroke to swim across the pool more comfortably.

noun

Definition: A type of swimming technique where a person swims on their side, using alternating arm movements and a scissors kick with their legs.

Example: She practiced the sidestroke to improve her swimming speed and efficiency.

singlestick

IPA: /ˈsɪŋəˌstɪk/

KK: /ˈsɪŋəˌstɪk/

noun

Definition: A type of fencing stick that is held in one hand and has a guard to protect the hand.

Example: He practiced his moves with a singlestick during the fencing class.

sitzmark

IPA: /ˈsɪtsˌmɑrk/

KK: /ˈsɪtsˌmɑrk/

noun

Definition: A depression or hollow in the snow created when a skier falls backward.

Example: After the fall, he left a noticeable sitzmark in the fresh snow.

sixer

IPA: /ˈsɪkər/

KK: /ˈsɪkər/

noun

Definition: A member of a Cub Scout group who is responsible for leading a team of six children.

Example: The sixer organized the activities for the Cub Scout meeting.

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