IPA: /ˈslɪpstriːm/
KK: /ˈslɪpstrim/
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.
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.
IPA: /ˈslɪpweɪ/
KK: /ˈslɪpweɪ/
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.
IPA: //sluːp//
KK: /slup/
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.
IPA: /ˈsluːsweɪ/
KK: /ˈsluːsweɪ/
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.
IPA: /ˈnoʊkæt/
KK: /ˈsnoʊˌkæt/
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.
IPA: /ˈsnoʊməˌbiːl/
KK: /ˈsnoʊmoʊˌbiːl/
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.
IPA: //ˈsnoʊˌmoʊbɪlər//
KK: /ˈsnoʊˌmoʊbɪlər/
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.
IPA: //ˈsnoʊməˌbɪlɪst//
KK: /snoʊˈmoʊbɪlɪst/
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.
IPA: //ˈsnoʊplaʊ//
KK: /ˈsnoʊplaʊ/
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.
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.
IPA: //ˈsnoʊˌʃɛd//
KK: /snoʊʃɛd/
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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