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Topic: Tools

formwork

IPA: /ˈfɔːrmwɜrk/

KK: /fɔrmwɜrk/

noun

Definition: A temporary structure made of boards or other materials used to shape and support wet concrete until it hardens.

Example: The workers set up the formwork before pouring the concrete for the foundation.

frame

IPA: /freɪm/

KK: /freɪm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go or proceed in a certain direction or manner.

Example: They frame through the forest on their way to the campsite.

noun

Definition: A structure that surrounds or supports something, often rectangular in shape, used to hold pictures, windows, or other objects.

Example: She hung the painting in a beautiful wooden frame.

transitive verb

Definition: To create or arrange something in a specific way, often for a particular purpose or to give it a certain structure.

Example: The artist decided to frame the painting with a beautiful wooden border.

framer

IPA: //ˈfreɪmər//

KK: /ˈfreɪmər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or constructs something, especially in the context of laws or pictures.

Example: The framer carefully selected the best materials to showcase the artwork.

fraying

IPA: /ˈfreɪ.ɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfreɪɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of becoming worn or tattered at the edges, often seen in fabric or rope.

Example: The fraying of the old carpet made it look shabby and in need of replacement.

verb

Definition: To become worn at the edges or to unravel, often referring to fabric or material.

Example: The edges of the old carpet are fraying and need to be repaired.

fretsaw

IPA: /ˈfrɛtˌsɔː/

KK: /ˈfrɛtˌsɔ/

noun

Definition: A type of saw with a thin blade that is held tight in a frame, used for cutting curves and intricate shapes in wood or other materials.

Example: The carpenter used a fretsaw to create detailed designs in the wooden panel.

frisket

IPA: /ˈfrɪskɪt/

KK: /ˈfrɪskɪt/

noun

Definition: A thin frame or material used in printing to hold paper in place and to mask areas that should not be printed on.

Example: The artist used a frisket to protect the areas of the canvas that he wanted to keep white.

froe

IPA: /froʊ/

KK: /froʊ/

noun

Definition: A tool used for splitting wood, featuring a heavy blade that is positioned at a right angle to the handle.

Example: The carpenter used a froe to split the logs into shingles.

funnel

IPA: /ˈfʌnəl/

KK: /ˈfʌnəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move or flow in a narrow path, similar to how liquids pass through a funnel.

Example: The crowd began to funnel into the stadium as the game was about to start.

noun

Definition: A tool shaped like an inverted cone that helps pour liquids or other substances into a small opening without spilling.

Example: She used a funnel to pour the juice into the narrow bottle.

transitive verb

Definition: To direct or guide something through a narrow opening, similar to how liquids are poured through a funnel.

Example: She used a funnel to pour the juice into the bottle without spilling.

furbished

IPA: /ˈfɜːbɪʃt/

KK: /ˈfɜrˌbɪʃt/

adjective

Definition: Made shiny or improved in appearance, often by polishing or refurbishing.

Example: The furbished furniture looked brand new in the living room.

verb

Definition: To make something clean, bright, or polished, often by improving its appearance or condition.

Example: The old furniture was furbished to look like new again.

furbisher

IPA: /ˈfɜːrbɪʃər/

KK: /ˈfɜrbɪʃər/

noun

Definition: A person who polishes or refines objects, especially weapons like swords.

Example: The furbisher carefully polished the sword until it gleamed.

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