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Topic: Tools

duct

IPA: /dʌkt/

KK: /dʌkt/

noun

Definition: A tube or channel used to carry something, like air, water, or electrical wires.

Example: The air conditioning system uses a duct to distribute cool air throughout the building.

transitive verb

Definition: To channel or convey something through a tube or passage, often used in the context of air or fluids.

Example: The engineer decided to duct the air conditioning system to improve airflow.

ducting

IPA: /ˈdʌktɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdʌktɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A system or material used for creating ducts, which are tubes or channels that carry air, water, or other substances.

Example: The new building has efficient ducting to improve air circulation.

dummy

IPA: /ˈdʌmi/

KK: /ˈdʌmi/

adjective

Definition: Not real or genuine; used to imitate or replace something else, often for testing or demonstration purposes.

Example: The engineer used a dummy model to test the new design before creating the actual product.

noun

Definition: A model or figure that looks like a person or animal, often used for practice or display.

Example: The tailor used a dummy to fit the new dress before making it.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a model or mock-up of something, often used in printing or design.

Example: The designer used a dummy to show how the final product would look.

dumpcart

IPA: /ˈdʌmpkɑrt/

KK: /dʌmpkɑrt/

noun

Definition: A type of cart that can be tilted to easily pour out its contents without needing to lift them.

Example: The workers used a dumpcart to quickly unload the heavy materials from the truck.

dumper

IPA: /ˈdʌmpər/

KK: /ˈdʌmpər/

noun

Definition: A person or vehicle that drops off or unloads materials, often used in construction or waste management.

Example: The dumper truck delivered the gravel to the construction site.

duplicator

IPA: /ˈdjuːplɪˌkeɪtə/

KK: /ˈduːplɪˌkeɪtə/

noun

Definition: A device that makes copies of documents or images, often used in offices to reproduce printed materials.

Example: The office bought a new duplicator to handle all their printing needs.

durable

IPA: /ˈdjʊərəbl/

KK: /ˈdʊr.ə.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to last a long time without getting damaged or worn out.

Example: The backpack is made of durable material, so it can handle rough use.

noun

Definition: A product that is made to last a long time and can be used repeatedly without wearing out or being used up.

Example: Many people prefer to buy durable goods like refrigerators and washing machines because they last longer.

dustcart

IPA: /ˈdʌst.kɑːrt/

KK: /ˈdʌstˌkɑrt/

noun

Definition: A vehicle used for collecting and transporting waste or garbage.

Example: The dustcart came early in the morning to pick up the trash.

duster

IPA: /ˈdʌstər/

KK: /ˈdʌstər/

noun

Definition: An item used to clean dust from surfaces, which can be a cloth, brush, or a special device. It can also refer to a type of clothing worn to keep dust off other clothes.

Example: She used a duster to clean the shelves in the living room.

dustpan

IPA: /ˈdʌstˌpæn/

KK: /ˈdʌstˌpæn/

noun

Definition: A small, flat container used to collect dust and dirt after sweeping.

Example: After sweeping the floor, she used the dustpan to gather the dirt into a pile.

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