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Topic: Transport

beeline

IPA: /ˈbiːlaɪn/

KK: /ˈbiːˌlaɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move quickly and directly towards a destination without any detours.

Example: She made a beeline for the exit as soon as the meeting ended.

noun

Definition: A direct and straight path taken to reach a destination quickly.

Example: She made a beeline for the exit as soon as the meeting ended.

bellman

IPA: /ˈbɛlmən/

KK: /ˈbɛlmən/

noun

Definition: A person, usually a man, who assists guests in a hotel by carrying their luggage and providing other services, or a town crier who announces news by ringing a bell.

Example: The bellman greeted us at the entrance of the hotel and helped with our bags.

belowdecks

IPA: /bɪˈloʊˌdɛks/

KK: /bɪˈloʊˌdɛks/

adverb

Definition: In a position or area that is situated beneath the main deck of a ship or boat.

Example: The crew worked belowdecks to prepare for the journey ahead.

beltline

IPA: /ˈbɛltlaɪn/

KK: /ˈbɛltlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A circular road that goes around a city, allowing traffic to bypass the center, or an imaginary line on a car that shows the upper limit of the lower body.

Example: The new beltline will help reduce traffic congestion in the city center.

beltway

IPA: /ˈbɛltweɪ/

KK: /ˈbɛltweɪ/

noun

Definition: A fast road that goes around a city to help with traffic and connect different areas.

Example: The new beltway has made it easier to travel around the city without going through downtown.

benzin

IPA: //ˈbɛn.zɪn//

KK: /ˈbɛn.zɪn/

noun

Definition: A clear, colorless liquid made up of different types of hydrocarbons, often used as a fuel or solvent.

Example: The mechanic filled the car with benzin before the long trip.

bermed

IPA: /bɜrmd/

KK: /bɜrmd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a raised bank or mound of earth, often used in landscaping or construction.

Example: The park features a bermed area that provides a natural barrier against the wind.

verb

Definition: To create or form a raised bank or mound, often made of earth or sand, typically used to control water or protect an area.

Example: The workers bermed the area to prevent flooding during the heavy rains.

berth

IPA: /bɜrθ/

KK: /bɜrθ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To arrive at a place where a ship can be secured or docked.

Example: The ship will berth at the harbor by noon.

noun

Definition: A place where a ship can dock or anchor, or a bed or bunk on a ship or train.

Example: The cruise ship found a berth at the harbor to unload its passengers.

transitive verb

Definition: To place a ship in a designated area for docking or mooring.

Example: The captain decided to berth the ship at the harbor for the night.

berthing

IPA: /ˈbɜːrθɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɜrθɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A place where a ship is secured or docked, or a space for sleeping, especially on a ship.

Example: The cruise ship was berthing at the port for the night.

verb

Definition: To bring a ship into a specific place to dock or anchor.

Example: The captain is berthing the ship at the harbor.

bicycler

IPA: /ˈbaɪsɪklər/

KK: /ˈbaɪsɪklər/

noun

Definition: A person who rides a bicycle.

Example: The bicycler enjoyed the beautiful scenery during the ride.

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