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Topic: Transport

pedalier

IPA: //ˈpɛdəlɪər//

KK: /ˈpɛdəlɪər/

noun

Definition: A device in piano making that connects to the keys or is a separate instrument played using a pedal keyboard.

Example: The pedalier allows the musician to play the piano with their feet, adding depth to the music.

pedaller

IPA: /ˈpɛdələr/

KK: /ˈpɛdələr/

noun

Definition: A person who rides a bicycle.

Example: The pedaller enjoyed the scenic route through the park.

pedalo

IPA: /ˈpɛdəloʊ/

KK: /ˈpɛdəlˌoʊ/

noun

Definition: A small boat that is moved by pedaling, often used for fun on lakes or rivers.

Example: We rented a pedalo to enjoy the sunny afternoon on the lake.

pedestrian

IPA: /pəˈdɛstrɪən/

KK: /pəˈdɛstrɪən/

adjective

Definition: Relating to people who walk, or something that is done on foot. It can also mean something that is ordinary or unremarkable.

Example: The city built a pedestrian bridge to make it safer for people to cross the busy street.

noun

Definition: A person who is walking, especially in a city or town, rather than traveling in a vehicle.

Example: The city has built more sidewalks to make it safer for pedestrians.

pedestrianism

IPA: /pəˈdɛstrɪənɪzəm/

KK: /pəˈdɛstrɪənɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A type of walking that can be competitive or recreational, often associated with the practice of walking for exercise or enjoyment.

Example: Pedestrianism became popular in the 19th century as a competitive sport.

pedicab

IPA: /ˈpɛdɪˌkæb/

KK: /ˈpɛdɪˌkæb/

noun

Definition: A small three-wheeled vehicle designed for carrying passengers, where a driver pedals at the front and passengers sit in a covered compartment at the back.

Example: We took a pedicab to the festival, enjoying the ride through the busy streets.

pedway

IPA: /ˈpɛdweɪ/

KK: /ˈpɛdweɪ/

noun

Definition: A path for walking that is often found underground or above ground, designed to keep pedestrians safe from vehicles.

Example: The city has built a new pedway to connect the shopping mall with the office buildings.

pelorus

IPA: /pəˈlɔːrəs/

KK: /pəˈloʊrəs/

noun

Definition: A tool used in navigation that looks like a compass but does not have magnetic needles. It has two sighting vanes to help take bearings.

Example: The captain used the pelorus to determine the ship's direction without relying on magnetic fields.

perambulate

IPA: /pəˈræmbjʊleɪt/

KK: /pəˈræmbjʊleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To walk around in a leisurely or wandering manner.

Example: On sunny days, I like to perambulate through the park and enjoy the scenery.

transitive verb

Definition: To walk around an area, especially to inspect or examine it.

Example: The park ranger will perambulate the trails to ensure they are safe for visitors.

perambulation

IPA: /pəˌræm.bjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

KK: /pəˌræm.bjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A walk around a place, often to inspect or survey it, or a formal ceremony where an official walks around to mark boundaries.

Example: The mayor's perambulation of the town was a tradition that everyone looked forward to each year.

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