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Topic: Tools

replumb

IPA: /rɪˈplʌm/

KK: /rɪˈplʌm/

verb

Definition: To install new pipes or plumbing in a building or structure.

Example: The old pipes were leaking, so we decided to replumb the entire house.

repoint

IPA: /rɪˈpɔɪnt/

KK: /rɪˈpɔɪnt/

verb

Definition: To fix or replace the material used to fill the gaps between bricks or stones in a wall.

Example: The workers will repoint the old brick wall to prevent water damage.

repointing

IPA: /rɪˈpɔɪntɪŋ/

KK: /rɪˈpɔɪntɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of replacing old mortar in the joints of brick or stone structures to improve their appearance and stability.

Example: The workers are busy with the repointing of the old brick wall to ensure it remains strong and attractive.

repolish

IPA: /ˌriːˈpɒlɪʃ/

KK: /rɪˈpɑlɪʃ/

verb

Definition: To make something shiny or smooth again by rubbing it.

Example: After a few years, I decided to repolish the old table to restore its shine.

reprinter

IPA: /rɪˈprɪntər/

KK: /rɪˈpraɪntər/

noun

Definition: A person or company that produces copies of printed material, such as books or articles, often for distribution or sale.

Example: The reprinter released a new edition of the classic novel.

reroof

IPA: /ˈriːrʊf/

KK: /ˈriːrʊf/

verb

Definition: To put a new roof on a building, replacing the old one.

Example: We need to reroof the house before the rainy season starts.

resaw

IPA: /rɪˈsɔː/

KK: /rɪˈsɔ/

transitive verb

Definition: To cut wood again using a saw, especially to turn a piece of wood that has already been shaped into smaller pieces like boards or beams.

Example: The carpenter decided to resaw the timber to create thinner boards for the project.

resawing

IPA: /rɪˈsɔɪɪŋ/

KK: /rɪˈsɔɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of cutting wood again, usually to make it thinner or to shape it more precisely after it has already been cut.

Example: The carpenter used a resawing machine to create thinner boards from the original planks.

verb

Definition: The action of cutting wood again, usually to create thinner pieces or to refine the shape.

Example: The carpenter is resawing the lumber to make it easier to work with.

reseal

IPA: /ˌriːˈsiːl/

KK: /ri'sil/

verb

Definition: To close or secure something again after it has been opened or unsealed.

Example: After tasting the soup, she decided to reseal the container to keep it fresh.

resecure

IPA: //ˌriːsɪˈkjʊər//

KK: /ri'sikjʊr/

verb

Definition: To make something secure again or to fasten it once more.

Example: After the storm, I had to resecure the loose shingles on the roof.

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