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Topic: Tools

worktop

IPA: /ˈwɜːrk.tɒp/

KK: /ˈwɜːrktɒp/

noun

Definition: A flat surface, often found in kitchens, where food is prepared or other tasks are done.

Example: She chopped vegetables on the worktop before cooking dinner.

wrapper

IPA: /ˈræpər/

KK: /ˈræpər/

noun

Definition: A covering or material that is used to wrap something, such as a package or a book.

Example: She carefully removed the wrapper from the chocolate bar before eating it.

wrench

IPA: /rɛntʃ/

KK: /rɛnʧ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To twist or turn something suddenly or violently.

Example: He had to wrench the door open when it got stuck.

noun

Definition: A tool used to grip, turn, or twist objects like nuts and bolts, often with adjustable jaws.

Example: He used a wrench to tighten the bolts on his bicycle.

transitive verb

Definition: To pull or twist something with a lot of force, often causing it to move or become damaged.

Example: He wrenched the door open when it got stuck.

wrencher

IPA: /ˈrɛnʧər/

KK: /ˈrɛnʧər/

noun

Definition: A person or tool that twists or turns something, often used to describe someone who uses a wrench or a similar tool.

Example: The mechanic used a wrencher to fix the car's engine.

wring

IPA: /rɪŋ/

KK: /rɪŋ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To twist or turn the body in a way that shows discomfort or pain.

Example: He began to wring in agony after he fell.

noun

Definition: The action of twisting or squeezing something to remove liquid or to change its shape.

Example: After washing the cloth, I gave it a good wring to remove excess water.

transitive verb

Definition: To twist or squeeze something to remove liquid or to cause emotional pain.

Example: She had to wring out the wet cloth before using it.

wringer

IPA: /ˈrɪŋər/

KK: /ˈrɪŋər/

noun

Definition: A device used to squeeze water out of clothes or other materials by pressing them between rollers.

Example: After washing the clothes, I used a wringer to remove excess water before hanging them out to dry.

yank

IPA: /jæŋk/

KK: /jæŋk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To pull something quickly and suddenly.

Example: He decided to yank the door open when it wouldn't budge.

noun

Definition: A quick and strong pull or jerk, often done suddenly.

Example: He gave the rope a yank to free it from the mud.

transitive verb

Definition: To pull something suddenly and with a lot of force.

Example: He yanked the door open to get inside quickly.

yarder

IPA: /ˈjɑːrdər/

KK: /ˈjɑrdər/

noun

Definition: A machine used in logging that moves logs using cables and winches, or something that measures a specific number of yards in length.

Example: The yarder efficiently transported the heavy logs from the forest to the processing area.

yardstick

IPA: /ˈjɑrdˌstɪk/

KK: /jɑrdˌstɪk/

noun

Definition: A tool used for measuring length that is one yard long, or a standard used to compare or judge something.

Example: The teacher used a yardstick to measure the length of the classroom.

yardwand

IPA: //ˈjɑrdˌwænd//

KK: /jɑrdwænd/

noun

Definition: A long measuring stick, usually marked in units of measurement, used for measuring length or distance.

Example: The carpenter used a yardwand to measure the length of the wood.

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