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Topic: Transport

milepost

IPA: /ˈmaɪlˌpoʊst/

KK: /maɪlpoʊst/

noun

Definition: A sign or marker that shows how far you are from a certain place, usually along a road or highway.

Example: We stopped at the milepost to check how far we had traveled.

millage

IPA: /ˈmɪlɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈmɪlɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A tax rate applied to property, calculated in mills for every dollar of the property's value.

Example: The millage rate for our area has increased this year, affecting our property taxes.

minelayer

IPA: /ˈmaɪnˌleɪər/

KK: /ˈmaɪnˌleɪər/

noun

Definition: A type of ship designed to place explosive devices underwater, often used in military operations.

Example: The minelayer deployed several mines in the harbor to secure the area.

minesweeping

IPA: //ˈmaɪnˌswiːpɪŋ//

KK: /maɪnˌswiːpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of finding and removing explosive devices, especially in areas where they may pose a danger to people or vehicles.

Example: The military conducted minesweeping operations to ensure the safety of the area before allowing civilians to return.

minibike

IPA: /ˈmɪniˌbaɪk/

KK: /ˈmɪniˌbaɪk/

noun

Definition: A small motorcycle designed for one person, featuring a low frame and small wheels, often used for fun or racing.

Example: He rode his minibike around the park on weekends.

minicab

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪˌkæb/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪˌkæb/

noun

Definition: A small car that is used as a taxi, especially in the UK.

Example: I called a minicab to take me to the airport.

minicar

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪkɑːr/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪˌkɑr/

noun

Definition: A very small car designed for easy maneuverability and efficient use of space.

Example: She drove her minicar through the narrow streets of the city.

minivan

IPA: /ˈmɪnɪvæn/

KK: /ˈmɪnɪˌvæn/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle that is larger than a car but smaller than a bus, designed to carry passengers and often has flexible seating arrangements.

Example: We decided to rent a minivan for our family road trip to fit everyone comfortably.

misconnection

IPA: /ˌmɪs.kəˈnɛk.ʃən/

KK: /mɪskəˈnɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation where two things that should be connected are not properly linked or joined together.

Example: The misconnection of the wires caused the device to malfunction.

misroute

IPA: /mɪsˈraʊt/

KK: /mɪsˈraʊt/

verb

Definition: To send someone or something in the wrong direction or to the wrong place.

Example: The delivery driver misrouted the package, causing it to arrive late.

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