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Topic: Transport

slipstream

IPA: /ˈslɪpstriːm/

KK: /ˈslɪpstrim/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move closely behind another vehicle to take advantage of reduced air resistance.

Example: The cyclist decided to slipstream behind the car to save energy during the race.

noun

Definition: The area behind a fast-moving object where the air or water pressure is lower, allowing other objects to move more easily through it.

Example: The cyclist took advantage of the slipstream created by the car in front of him to save energy while riding.

slipway

IPA: /ˈslɪpweɪ/

KK: /ˈslɪpweɪ/

noun

Definition: A sloping surface that goes down to the water, used for building or repairing ships.

Example: The workers used the slipway to launch the new boat into the water.

sloop

IPA: //sluːp//

KK: /slup/

noun

Definition: A type of sailing boat that has one mast and is rigged with sails that are set in a fore-and-aft position, typically used for leisure or racing.

Example: The sailor expertly navigated the sloop through the calm waters of the bay.

sluiceway

IPA: /ˈsluːsweɪ/

KK: /ˈsluːsweɪ/

noun

Definition: A man-made channel designed to direct or control the flow of water, often used to manage excess water or drainage.

Example: The engineers built a sluiceway to prevent flooding in the nearby fields.

snowcat

IPA: /ˈnoʊkæt/

KK: /ˈsnoʊˌkæt/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle that has tracks instead of wheels and is used for traveling over snow-covered terrain.

Example: The snowcat made it easy to reach the remote cabin in the mountains during winter.

snowmobile

IPA: /ˈsnoʊməˌbiːl/

KK: /ˈsnoʊmoʊˌbiːl/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle designed for traveling over snow, featuring skis in the front and tracks in the back.

Example: We took the snowmobile out for a ride in the winter wonderland.

snowmobiler

IPA: //ˈsnoʊˌmoʊbɪlər//

KK: /ˈsnoʊˌmoʊbɪlər/

noun

Definition: A person who drives or rides a snowmobile, which is a vehicle designed for traveling on snow.

Example: The snowmobiler raced across the snowy landscape, enjoying the thrill of the ride.

snowmobilist

IPA: //ˈsnoʊməˌbɪlɪst//

KK: /snoʊˈmoʊbɪlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who operates or rides a snowmobile, which is a vehicle designed for traveling on snow.

Example: The snowmobilist raced through the snowy landscape, enjoying the thrill of the ride.

snowplow

IPA: //ˈsnoʊplaʊ//

KK: /ˈsnoʊplaʊ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move in a way that resembles the technique used in skiing where the skis are pointed inward, creating a wedge shape to slow down or stop.

Example: She learned to snowplow down the gentle slope during her first skiing lesson.

noun

Definition: A vehicle or device designed to clear snow from roads, sidewalks, or other surfaces.

Example: The snowplow cleared the streets after the heavy snowfall last night.

snowshed

IPA: //ˈsnoʊˌʃɛd//

KK: /snoʊʃɛd/

noun

Definition: A structure designed to protect against snow, often used in mountainous areas to keep roads or railways clear.

Example: The workers cleared the path to the snowshed to ensure safe passage during the winter storm.

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