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Topic: Tools

sprocket

IPA: /ˈsprɒkɪt/

KK: /ˈsprɒkɪt/

noun

Definition: A circular object with teeth around its edge that is used to connect and move a chain or film through a machine.

Example: The mechanic replaced the worn sprocket to ensure the bike's chain would run smoothly.

spurtle

IPA: /ˈspɜːrtəl/

KK: /ˈspɜrtəl/

noun

Definition: A wooden kitchen tool used in Scotland for stirring porridge or turning oatcakes.

Example: She used a spurtle to stir the porridge until it was smooth.

verb

Definition: To make a sudden or forceful burst of liquid or gas, often causing it to scatter or splash.

Example: The oil began to spurtle from the pan as it heated up.

squeegee

IPA: /ˈskwiːdʒi/

KK: /ˈskwiːdʒi/

noun

Definition: A tool with a flat, rubber edge used to remove water or liquid from surfaces, often used for cleaning windows.

Example: He used a squeegee to wipe the rain off the car windows.

transitive verb

Definition: To wipe or smooth a surface using a tool with a flat, smooth edge, often used for cleaning.

Example: She used a squeegee to clean the windows after washing them.

squeeze

IPA: /skwiːz/

KK: /skwiz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To apply pressure to something, often causing it to change shape or release contents.

Example: She likes to squeeze the juice from fresh oranges.

noun

Definition: A situation where people or things are pressed closely together, or a small amount of something that is pressed out, like juice from a fruit.

Example: She gave him a quick squeeze before leaving.

transitive verb

Definition: To apply pressure to something in order to make it smaller, extract liquid, or force something out.

Example: She decided to squeeze the lemon to get some juice for the recipe.

squeezer

IPA: /ˈskwiːzər/

KK: /ˈskwizər/

noun

Definition: An object or device that is used to apply pressure to something in order to extract juice or liquid from it.

Example: I used a squeezer to make fresh orange juice for breakfast.

squilgee

IPA: /ˈskwiːɡi/

KK: /ˈskwiːɡi/

noun

Definition: A tool used to remove liquid from surfaces, typically with a flat, rubber blade.

Example: He used a squilgee to clean the windows after the rain.

stabiliser

IPA: /ˈsteɪbɪlaɪzər/

KK: /ˈsteɪbɪlaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A device or substance that helps to maintain stability or balance in a system or object.

Example: The stabiliser on the boat helped it stay upright in rough waters.

stack

IPA: /stæk/

KK: /stæk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To arrange things in a pile or a stack.

Example: The books began to stack up on the table.

noun

Definition: A pile of things stacked on top of each other, often in a neat or organized way.

Example: The children built a stack of blocks in the living room.

transitive verb

Definition: To arrange items in a pile or stack, often in a neat or organized way.

Example: She decided to stack the books on the shelf by size.

stackable

IPA: /ˈstækəbl/

KK: /ˈstækəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be placed on top of each other in a neat and organized way.

Example: The stackable chairs can be easily stored when not in use.

stacker

IPA: /ˈstækər/

KK: /ˈstækər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that arranges items in a pile or stack, often used in contexts like supermarkets or sports.

Example: The stacker organized the boxes neatly on the shelves.

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