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Topic: Technology

turbomachinery

IPA: /ˌtɜːrbəʊˈmæʃənəri/

KK: /tɜrbəˈmæʃənəri/

noun

Definition: A type of machinery that uses rotating parts to convert energy from one form to another, often involving fluids like air or water.

Example: The engineers designed a new turbomachinery system to improve the efficiency of the power plant.

turboprop

IPA: /ˈtɜːrboʊprɒp/

KK: /ˈtɜrboʊprɒp/

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft engine that uses a turbine to turn a propeller, providing thrust for the airplane.

Example: The small commuter plane was powered by a turboprop engine, making it efficient for short flights.

turboshaft

IPA: /ˈtɜːrbəʊʃɑːft/

KK: /ˈtɜrbəʊʃɑːft/

noun

Definition: A type of engine that uses gas to turn a shaft, which can be used to power things like helicopter rotors or pumps.

Example: The helicopter's turboshaft provides the necessary power for its rotor blades to spin.

turnable

IPA: /ˈtɜrnəbl/

KK: /ˈtɜrnəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be rotated or moved in a circular direction.

Example: The chair is turnable, allowing you to face different directions easily.

turntable

IPA: /ˈtɜːrnˌteɪbəl/

KK: /ˈtɜrnˌteɪbəl/

noun

Definition: A round platform that can spin around, often used for playing music records or turning trains.

Example: He placed the vinyl record on the turntable and started the music.

turret

IPA: /ˈtʌrɪt/

KK: /ˈtʌrɪt/

noun

Definition: A small tower or structure that often has weapons or equipment, commonly found on military vehicles or buildings.

Example: The tank's turret rotated to aim at the target.

tweak

IPA: /twik/

KK: /twik/

noun

Definition: A small adjustment or change made to improve something.

Example: He made a quick tweak to the design before the presentation.

transitive verb

Definition: To make small adjustments or changes to something in order to improve it or make it work better.

Example: She decided to tweak the recipe by adding more spices.

tweeter

IPA: /ˈtwiːtər/

KK: /ˈtwitər/

noun

Definition: A small speaker that produces high-pitched sounds, often used in audio systems to enhance sound quality.

Example: The tweeter in my sound system makes the music sound clearer and more vibrant.

twinjet

IPA: /ˈtwɪnˌdʒɛt/

KK: /ˈtwɪnˌdʒɛt/

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft that has two jet engines for propulsion.

Example: The airline introduced a new twinjet model that is more fuel-efficient.

typable

IPA: /ˈtaɪpəbl/

KK: /ˈtaɪpəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be typed or entered using a keyboard or input device.

Example: The document is typable, allowing users to fill in their information easily.

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