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Topic: Tools

gunsmithing

IPA: /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɡʌnˌsmɪθɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The skill and practice of making, repairing, or modifying firearms.

Example: He learned gunsmithing to build custom rifles for hunting.

gunstock

IPA: //ˈɡʌn.stɒk//

KK: /gʌnˌstɑk/

noun

Definition: The part of a gun that is held by the shooter, usually made of wood or plastic, which supports the barrel and action.

Example: He adjusted his grip on the gunstock before taking aim.

gusset

IPA: /ˈɡʌsɪt/

KK: /ˈgəsət/

noun

Definition: A triangular piece of material added to a seam in clothing or other items to provide extra strength or allow for expansion.

Example: The dress had a gusset under the arms to give her more room to move.

guttering

IPA: /ˈɡʌtərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɡʌtərɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is flickering or unstable, often referring to a light that is about to go out.

Example: The guttering candle cast eerie shadows on the walls.

noun

Definition: A system of channels or pipes that collect and direct rainwater from the roof of a building.

Example: The workers installed new guttering to prevent water damage to the house.

verb

Definition: To flow or run in a channel, often referring to water or liquid that moves along a narrow path.

Example: The rain was guttering down the sides of the house after the storm.

guyline

IPA: /ˈɡaɪlaɪn/

KK: /ˈɡaɪlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A rope or cable that is used to keep something stable or in place, often used to support a structure like a tent or a mast.

Example: The campers secured the tent with a guyline to prevent it from blowing away in the wind.

hacksaw

IPA: /ˈhæksɔː/

KK: /ˈhæksɔː/

noun

Definition: A tool with a thin, sharp blade held in a frame, used for cutting hard materials like metal.

Example: He used a hacksaw to cut through the metal pipe.

halliard

IPA: /ˈhæliərd/

KK: /ˈhæliərd/

noun

Definition: A type of rope or line used to raise or lower a sail or flag on a ship.

Example: The sailor pulled on the halliard to hoist the flag up the mast.

halyard

IPA: /ˈhæljərd/

KK: /ˈhæljərd/

noun

Definition: A rope used in sailing to raise or lower a sail, flag, or other equipment.

Example: The sailor pulled on the halyard to raise the main sail of the boat.

hammer

IPA: /ˈhæmər/

KK: /ˈhæmɚ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To hit something repeatedly or to work hard on a task without stopping.

Example: She hammered away at her homework until it was finished.

noun

Definition: A tool with a heavy head and a long handle, used for hitting things, especially nails.

Example: He used a hammer to drive the nails into the wood.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit something repeatedly with a heavy tool, usually to shape it or to fasten it together.

Example: He hammered the nail into the wall to hang the picture.

hammerer

IPA: /ˈhæmərər/

KK: /ˈhæmərər/

noun

Definition: A person who uses a hammer to hit or shape something, often in construction or metalworking.

Example: The hammerer skillfully shaped the metal into a beautiful sculpture.

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