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Topic: Tools

kingpost

IPA: //ˈkɪŋˌpoʊst//

KK: /kɪŋpoʊst/

noun

Definition: A vertical post that supports a roof or a beam in a building, often found in timber framing.

Example: The architect designed the house with a strong kingpost to support the roof structure.

kit

IPA: /kɪt/

KK: /kɪt/

noun

Definition: A set of items or equipment that are used for a specific purpose, often stored in a container.

Example: I packed my camping kit with a tent, sleeping bag, and cooking supplies.

knap

IPA: /næp/

KK: /næp/

noun

Definition: A small raised area of land, often found on a hill or a slope.

Example: We climbed to the top of the knap to enjoy the view.

transitive verb

Definition: To break or chip a material, especially stone, by striking it sharply; also means to snap at or bite something.

Example: He learned to knap flint to create sharp tools for his survival.

knapper

IPA: /ˈnæpər/

KK: /ˈnæpər/

noun

Definition: A person who shapes or chips away at stone or other materials to create tools or artifacts.

Example: The knapper skillfully crafted a sharp arrowhead from flint.

kneader

IPA: /ˈniːdər/

KK: /nidɚ/

noun

Definition: A person or machine that mixes and works dough to make it smooth and elastic.

Example: The baker used a kneader to prepare the dough for the bread.

kneeler

IPA: /ˈniːlər/

KK: /ˈniːlər/

noun

Definition: A person who kneels, often for prayer, or an object like a cushion or board that provides support for kneeling.

Example: The church provided a kneeler for the congregation to use during prayer.

knife

IPA: /naɪf/

KK: /naɪf/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move quickly and smoothly through something, like a boat cutting through water.

Example: The speedboat knifed through the waves, leaving a trail of foam behind.

noun

Definition: A tool used for cutting, which has a sharp blade attached to a handle.

Example: She used a knife to slice the vegetables for the salad.

transitive verb

Definition: To stab or wound someone with a sharp tool, typically used for cutting.

Example: He was knifed during the altercation.

knifelike

IPA: /ˈnaɪflaɪk/

KK: /ˈnaɪflaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or quality similar to that of a knife, often sharp or pointed.

Example: The knifelike edge of the blade made it easy to cut through the material.

knifepoint

IPA: /ˈnaɪfˌpɔɪnt/

KK: /ˈnaɪfˌpɔɪnt/

noun

Definition: The sharp end of a knife that is used for cutting or stabbing.

Example: He carefully held the knifepoint to avoid any accidents while cooking.

knifing

IPA: /ˈnaɪfɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnaɪfɪŋ/

noun

Definition: An event where someone is stabbed with a knife.

Example: The police investigated the knifing that occurred last night.

verb

Definition: To stab someone with a knife or to attack someone with a knife.

Example: The attacker was charged with knifing a man in the street.

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