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Topic: Tools

slab

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adjective

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

noun

Definition: A large, flat piece of material, often thick, such as stone, wood, or concrete.

Example: The workers laid a slab of concrete for the new sidewalk.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or shape something using flat pieces of material, often stone or wood.

Example: The workers will slab the patio with new tiles.

slash

IPA: /slæʃ/

KK: /slæʃ/

conjunction

Definition: A word used to connect two related ideas or items, often indicating that both are true or applicable.

Example: He is a musician slash producer, meaning he does both jobs.

intransitive verb

Definition: To make strong, sweeping movements with a sharp object, often cutting through something.

Example: The cat slashed at the toy with its claws.

noun

Definition: A long cut or opening made by a sharp instrument, often resulting from a forceful stroke.

Example: The artist made a bold slash across the canvas with her brush.

transitive verb

Definition: To cut something with a quick, forceful motion, often creating a long cut or opening.

Example: He decided to slash the prices to attract more customers.

slashing

IPA: /ˈslæʃɪŋ/

KK: /ˈslæʃɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is very sharp, intense, or critical, often in a way that is striking or forceful.

Example: The artist used slashing colors to create a vibrant painting.

noun

Definition: The action of making a long, deep cut or incision, often with a sharp object, or a specific type of movement in sports like hockey.

Example: The player received a penalty for slashing during the game.

slat

IPA: /slæt/

KK: /slæt/

noun

Definition: A thin, narrow piece of material, often wood or metal, used in various constructions or as part of a mechanism.

Example: The fence was made of wooden slats that provided privacy while allowing air to flow through.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or furnish something with thin, flat pieces of material, often used in construction or furniture.

Example: The carpenter is slatting the back of the chair to give it support.

slatch

IPA: /slætʃ/

KK: /slæʧ/

noun

Definition: A brief pause or calm period during a storm or between waves, often seen as a good time for certain activities like launching a boat.

Example: The fishermen waited for a slatch in the storm before setting out to sea.

slate

IPA: /sleɪt/

KK: /slet/

adjective

Definition: Made from a type of rock that is smooth and often used for roofing, or describing a color that is a shade of gray.

Example: The house has a beautiful slate roof that adds to its charm.

noun

Definition: A type of rock that is dark gray or bluish and can be used for roofing or writing. It can also refer to a list of candidates in an election or a fresh start in life.

Example: The roof was made of slate, giving the house a classic look.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover something, like a roof, with a type of stone, or to add someone to a list of candidates for a position.

Example: The builders decided to slate the roof to make it more durable.

sledgehammer

IPA: //ˈslɛdʒˌhæmər//

KK: /ˈslɛdʒˌhæmər/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is very forceful or severe, often in a way that is overly direct or harsh.

Example: The manager used sledgehammer tactics to enforce the new rules, leaving no room for discussion.

noun

Definition: A large, heavy hammer that is used with both hands for tasks like driving posts or breaking things.

Example: The construction workers used a sledgehammer to break the concrete.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit something very hard with a heavy tool, often used for breaking things.

Example: He decided to sledgehammer the old wall to make space for a new door.

slicer

IPA: //ˈslaɪsər//

KK: /ˈslaɪsər/

noun

Definition: A tool or device used to cut something into thin pieces.

Example: The chef used a slicer to prepare the vegetables for the salad.

slide

IPA: /slaɪd/

KK: /slaɪd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move smoothly along a surface while maintaining continuous contact with it, often in a downward direction or on a slippery surface.

Example: The children love to slide down the hill in winter.

noun

Definition: A smooth surface or structure that allows someone or something to move easily from a higher to a lower position, often used for play or in scientific contexts.

Example: The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the playground.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something move smoothly along a surface, often in a sideways or downward direction.

Example: She slid the book across the table to her friend.

slider

IPA: /ˈslaɪdə/

KK: /ˈslaɪdər/

noun

Definition: A type of pitch in baseball that moves sideways as it approaches the batter, or a person or thing that slides.

Example: The pitcher threw a slider that confused the batter.

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