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Topic: Tools

secateurs

IPA: /sɪˈkeɪtəz/

KK: /sɪˈkeɪtəz/

noun

Definition: A small tool used for cutting plants, especially for trimming branches and flowers.

Example: She used her secateurs to prune the rose bushes in her garden.

seggar

IPA: /ˈsɛɡər/

KK: /sɛɡər/

noun

Definition: A type of container used in pottery to protect ceramics during firing in a kiln.

Example: The potter placed the delicate pieces inside a seggar to prevent them from being damaged in the kiln.

semigloss

IPA: //ˈsɛmɪɡlɒs//

KK: /ˈsɛmɪˌɡlɔs/

adjective

Definition: Having a shine that is not too bright, but also not completely dull; it is a finish that is between shiny and matte.

Example: The walls were painted with a semigloss finish to give them a subtle shine.

noun

Definition: A type of paint that has a finish that is shinier than flat paint but not as shiny as high-gloss paint.

Example: I chose a semigloss finish for the kitchen walls because it is easy to clean.

sennit

IPA: /ˈsɛnɪt/

KK: /ˈsɛnɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of braided cord made from materials like rope fibers, straw, or grass, often used for making hats or other items.

Example: The artisan skillfully wove a sennit to create a beautiful hat.

separator

IPA: /ˈsɛpəreɪtə/

KK: /ˈsɛpəˌreɪtə/

noun

Definition: A device or person that divides or keeps things apart from each other.

Example: The separator in the machine helps to remove impurities from the liquid.

serger

IPA: /ˈsɜːrdʒər/

KK: /ˈsɜrʤər/

noun

Definition: A special sewing machine that makes a stitch while cutting the fabric, often used for finishing edges and seams.

Example: She used a serger to create a professional finish on the fabric edges.

serrate

IPA: /ˈsɛreɪt/

KK: /ˈsɛr.ət/

adjective

Definition: Having a jagged or saw-like edge with small notches or projections.

Example: The serrate leaves of the plant help it to collect water more efficiently.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a saw-like edge on something, making it jagged or notched.

Example: The chef used a special knife to serrate the bread for easier slicing.

serrated

IPA: /səˈreɪtɪd/

KK: /səˈreɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a jagged edge or a series of notches, similar to the teeth of a saw.

Example: The chef used a serrated knife to slice the bread easily.

serration

IPA: /səˈreɪʃən/

KK: /sɛˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A series of small teeth or notches along an edge, often found on tools or blades to help cut or grip better.

Example: The knife has a serration that makes it easier to slice through bread.

serviceability

IPA: /ˌsɜːrvɪsəˈbɪləti/

KK: /ˈsɜrvɪsəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being useful or able to be used for a specific purpose.

Example: The serviceability of the equipment was tested before the project began.

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