IPA: /ˈoʊˌmiːtə/
KK: /ˈoʊˌmiːtər/
Definition: A device used to measure the electrical resistance of a conductor in ohms.
Example: The technician used an ohmmeter to check the resistance of the wire.
IPA: /ˈɔɪl.kæn/
KK: /ˈɔɪlˌkæn/
Definition: A container used to hold and dispense oil, often with a spout for precise pouring, commonly used for lubricating machines.
Example: He used an oilcan to lubricate the squeaky hinges on the door.
IPA: /ˈɔɪlpruːf/
KK: /ˈɔɪlpruf/
Definition: Able to resist or prevent the penetration of oil.
Example: The oilproof jacket kept me dry during the rain and oil spills.
IPA: /ˈɔɪlˌstoʊn/
KK: /ˈɔɪlstoʊn/
Definition: A type of stone that is smooth and used with oil to sharpen tools like chisels and knives.
Example: He used an oilstone to sharpen his woodworking tools.
IPA: /ˈoʊpənəbl/
KK: /ˈoʊpənəbl/
Definition: Something that can be opened easily or is designed to be opened.
Example: The box is openable, so you can access the contents inside.
IPA: /ˈoʊpənər/
KK: /ˈoʊpənər/
Definition: A tool or device that is used to open something, such as a can or a bottle cap. It can also refer to the first game in a series or the first act in a show.
Example: He used a bottle opener to get the cap off the soda.
IPA: /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnər/
KK: /aʊtˈlaɪnər/
Definition: A tool or software used to arrange information or text in a structured way, often in a hierarchical format.
Example: She used an outliner to organize her ideas for the presentation.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌhændl/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌhændl/
Definition: To use or manage something excessively or too much, often leading to negative consequences.
Example: He tends to overhandle the situation, making it worse instead of better.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərhɔl/
KK: /ˈoʊvərhɔl/
Definition: A thorough examination and repair of something, often to improve its performance or condition.
Example: The car needed an overhaul to fix the engine problems.
Definition: To make significant changes or repairs to something, often to improve its function or condition.
Example: The company decided to overhaul its outdated software system to enhance efficiency.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərlɛŋkθ/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌlɛŋkθ/
Definition: Longer than what is considered normal or acceptable, especially in terms of size or length.
Example: The truck was overlength, making it difficult to navigate through the narrow streets.
Definition: A situation where something is longer than necessary or allowed.
Example: The overlength of the cable caused problems during installation.
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