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Topic: Transport

skidway

IPA: //ˈskɪdweɪ//

KK: /ˈskɪdweɪ/

noun

Definition: A path designed for logs or other materials to slide down, often used in lumbering to transport wood from the forest to a loading area.

Example: The workers carefully placed the logs on the skidway to transport them to the truck.

skiff

IPA: /skɪf/

KK: /skɪf/

noun

Definition: A small, flat-bottomed boat that is often used for rowing or sailing in shallow waters.

Example: They took a skiff out onto the lake for a day of fishing.

skimmer

IPA: /ˈskɪmər/

KK: /ˈskɪmɚ/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that skims, often used to refer to a tool or device that removes a layer from a surface, such as a spoon for skimming liquids.

Example: The chef used a skimmer to remove the foam from the soup.

skimobile

IPA: //ˈskɪməˌbaɪl//

KK: /ˈskɪmoʊbaɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle designed for traveling over snow, typically with skis and a track for movement.

Example: We took the skimobile out for a ride in the snowy mountains.

skipper

IPA: /ˈskɪpər/

KK: /ˈskɪpər/

noun

Definition: A person who is in charge of a ship or boat, responsible for its operation and navigation.

Example: The skipper guided the boat safely through the stormy waters.

transitive verb

Definition: To be the captain or leader of a boat or ship, responsible for its navigation and crew.

Example: He will skipper the yacht during the race.

skyboard

IPA: //ˈskaɪbɔːrd//

KK: /ˈskaɪbɔrd/

noun

Definition: A light board that is similar to a snowboard, designed for skysurfing and often has foot bindings and a parachute for safety.

Example: He took his skyboard to the beach to practice skysurfing.

skybox

IPA: /ˈskaɪbɒks/

KK: /ˈskaɪˌbɑks/

noun

Definition: A private area located high up in a sports stadium, often enclosed and designed for watching events comfortably, usually with extra amenities.

Example: The fans enjoyed the game from their luxurious skybox, complete with catering and a great view.

skyjack

IPA: /ˈskaɪdʒæk/

KK: /skaɪdʒæk/

transitive verb

Definition: To take control of an aircraft by force, often during a flight, usually for illegal purposes.

Example: The criminals attempted to skyjack the plane mid-flight.

skysail

IPA: /ˈskaɪseɪl/

KK: /ˈskaɪˌseɪl/

noun

Definition: A small square sail that is positioned above the royal sail on a square-rigged ship, used to catch more wind and increase speed.

Example: The crew hoisted the skysail to take advantage of the strong winds.

skywalk

IPA: /ˈskaɪwɔːk/

KK: /ˈskaɪˌwɔk/

noun

Definition: A raised walkway that connects two buildings, often covered or enclosed.

Example: The skywalk allowed pedestrians to move between the two skyscrapers without going to the ground level.

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