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Topic: Transport

northbound

IPA: /ˈnɔrθˌbaʊnd/

KK: /nɔrθˌbaʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Moving or traveling in the direction of the north.

Example: The northbound train will arrive at 5 PM.

nosedive

IPA: /ˈnoʊsˌdaɪv/

KK: /ˈnoʊsˌdaɪv/

noun

Definition: A quick and steep drop or fall, often used to describe a decrease in value or performance.

Example: The company's stock took a nosedive after the bad news was announced.

nosewheel

IPA: /ˈnoʊzˌwiːl/

KK: /ˈnoʊzˌwiːl/

noun

Definition: A wheel that is part of the landing gear at the front of an aircraft, used for support during takeoff and landing.

Example: The pilot checked the nosewheel before the flight to ensure it was functioning properly.

notchback

IPA: /ˈnɒtʃbæk/

KK: /ˈnɑtʃbæk/

noun

Definition: A type of car that has a roof that slopes down sharply to the back, creating a distinct trunk area.

Example: The new model features a stylish notchback design that appeals to many drivers.

oar

IPA: /ɔːr/

KK: /ɔr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move a boat forward using oars, which are long poles with flat ends that are pushed through the water.

Example: They oared their way across the lake during the sunset.

noun

Definition: A long, thin stick with a flat end that is used to move a boat through the water.

Example: He used an oar to paddle the canoe across the lake.

transitive verb

Definition: To move a boat forward by using oars, which are long poles with flat ends that are pushed through the water.

Example: They decided to oar across the lake instead of using the motor.

oared

IPA: /oʊrd/

KK: /oʊrd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has oars, typically referring to boats or vessels equipped for rowing.

Example: The oared boat glided smoothly across the lake.

verb

Definition: To have used a long pole with a flat end to move a boat through water.

Example: They oared the boat across the lake during their trip.

oarless

IPA: /ˈɔːrləs/

KK: /ˈɔr.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that does not have oars, typically referring to a boat or vessel.

Example: The oarless boat drifted silently across the lake.

oarlock

IPA: /ˈɔːrlɒk/

KK: /ˈɔrˌlɑk/

noun

Definition: A device that holds an oar in place, typically shaped like a U and attached to a boat, allowing for rowing.

Example: The rower adjusted the oarlock to secure the oar while paddling.

oceangoing

IPA: /oʊˈsiːnˌɡoʊɪŋ/

KK: /oʊˈsiːnˌɡoʊɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or designed for travel on the ocean.

Example: The oceangoing vessel was built to withstand rough seas.

odometer

IPA: /əˈdɒmətə/

KK: /əˈdɑːmətər/

noun

Definition: A device that shows how far a vehicle has traveled.

Example: The odometer in my car shows that I have driven over 200 miles since my last fill-up.

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