IPA: /ˈpriːsɔːrt/
KK: /priˈsɔrt/
Definition: To arrange items, especially mail, in a specific order based on certain criteria before they are delivered or processed.
Example: The postal service will presort the letters to ensure they reach their destinations faster.
IPA: /prɪˈsɔːrtəd/
KK: /priˈsɔrtəd/
Definition: Referring to items that have been organized or arranged in a specific order before being sent or processed.
Example: The presorted mail was delivered more quickly than regular mail.
Definition: To have sorted items into specific categories or groups before they are sent or processed.
Example: The documents were presorted to make the filing process easier.
IPA: //ˈprɛs.bɔrd//
KK: /prɛsbɔrd/
Definition: A type of strong board made from compressed fibers, often used in printing and for making furniture.
Example: The printer used pressboard to create a smooth surface for the printing process.
IPA: /ˈprɛsər/
KK: /ˈprɛsər/
Definition: A device or person that applies pressure to something, often used in manufacturing or for pressing clothes.
Example: The tailor used a presser to remove the wrinkles from the fabric.
IPA: /ˈprɛsˌwɜrk/
KK: /prɛsˌwɜrk/
Definition: The activity or process of using a printing press to produce printed materials, or the printed materials themselves.
Example: The presswork for the new book was completed ahead of schedule.
IPA: /prɪˈteɪp/
KK: /prɪˈteɪp/
Definition: To attach or secure something with tape before it is needed or used.
Example: We need to pretape the boxes before the move to make packing easier.
IPA: /ˈpriːtrɪmd/
KK: /priˈtrɪmd/
Definition: Cut or shaped beforehand to a specific size or style.
Example: The pretrimmed fabric made sewing the dress much easier.
IPA: /ˈpriːˌwaɪər/
KK: /priˈwaɪər/
Definition: To set up a wiring system before it is actually needed or used.
Example: The electrician will prewire the house before the construction is finished.
IPA: /ˈprɪkər/
KK: /ˈprɪkər/
Definition: An object or tool that has a sharp point and is used to pierce or prick something.
Example: Be careful of the pricker when you handle the rose bush.
IPA: /ˈprɪntəri/
KK: /ˈprɪntəri/
Definition: A place where printing is done, often involving the production of printed materials like books, newspapers, or other documents.
Example: The printery was busy producing the latest edition of the magazine.
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