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Topic: Transport

stationmaster

IPA: /ˈsteɪʃənˌmɑːstər/

KK: /ˈsteɪʃənˌmæstər/

noun

Definition: A person who is responsible for managing the operations and activities at a train or bus station.

Example: The stationmaster ensured that all trains were running on time and that passengers were safe.

staysail

IPA: /ˈsteɪˌseɪl/

KK: /ˈsteɪˌseɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of sail that is triangular in shape and is attached to a stay on a sailing vessel.

Example: The sailors adjusted the staysail to catch the wind more effectively.

steamboat

IPA: /ˈstiːmboʊt/

KK: /ˈstimˌboʊt/

noun

Definition: A type of boat that is powered by steam, often used for traveling on rivers and lakes.

Example: The steamboat glided smoothly along the river, carrying passengers to their destination.

steamroller

IPA: /ˈstiːmˌroʊlər/

KK: /ˈstimˌroʊlər/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move forward with great power or force, often overwhelming anything in the way.

Example: The team steamrolled through the competition, winning every match easily.

noun

Definition: A large machine that uses steam to smooth and flatten surfaces, especially roads, or a powerful force that can easily overcome obstacles.

Example: The construction crew used a steamroller to prepare the road for paving.

transitive verb

Definition: To crush or overwhelm someone or something in a forceful way, often without regard for their feelings or opinions.

Example: The company steamrolled its competitors by using aggressive marketing strategies.

steamship

IPA: //ˈstiːmʃɪp//

KK: /ˈstimˌʃɪp/

noun

Definition: A large boat that is powered by steam, often used for transporting people or goods across water.

Example: The steamship sailed across the ocean, carrying passengers to distant lands.

steed

IPA: //stiːd//

KK: /stid/

noun

Definition: A horse, particularly one that is lively or spirited, often used for riding or in battle.

Example: The knight rode into battle on his proud steed.

steer

IPA: /stɪr/

KK: /stɪr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To follow a particular direction or course, often used in the context of vehicles or vessels.

Example: The boat can steer smoothly through the water.

noun

Definition: A young male cow that has been castrated and is usually raised for meat.

Example: The farmer decided to sell the steer at the market for beef.

transitive verb

Definition: To control the direction of a vehicle or object, often using a wheel or similar device.

Example: He learned how to steer the boat through the narrow channel.

steerage

IPA: /ˈstɪərɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈstɪrɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The part of a ship where the cheapest accommodations are found, usually located near the rudder, or the area related to steering a ship.

Example: Many immigrants traveled in steerage to save money on their journey across the ocean.

steerageway

IPA: //ˈstɪrɪdʒweɪ//

KK: /ˈstɪrɪdʒweɪ/

noun

Definition: The lowest speed at which a ship or boat can be controlled by its steering mechanism.

Example: The captain ordered the ship to reach steerageway before attempting to turn.

steerer

IPA: /ˈstɪərər/

KK: /ˈstɪrər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that guides or directs the course of something, especially a vehicle or a group.

Example: The steerer helped navigate the boat through the narrow channel.

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