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Topic: Transport

terminus

IPA: /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

KK: /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

noun

Definition: A place where something ends or a final point, often used to refer to the end of a transportation route or a boundary marker.

Example: The train arrived at its terminus after a long journey.

thole

IPA: /θoʊl/

KK: /θoʊl/

noun

Definition: A type of pin used on a boat to secure an oar in place, allowing it to pivot while rowing.

Example: The rowers adjusted the thole to ensure the oars moved smoothly in the water.

thoroughfare

IPA: /ˈθɜːrəfɛə/

KK: /ˈθɜroʊfɛr/

noun

Definition: A main road or public highway that is used for traveling from one place to another.

Example: The new thoroughfare will make it easier for commuters to reach the city.

throttle

IPA: /ˈθrɒtəl/

KK: /ˈθrɑtəl/

noun

Definition: A device or lever that controls the flow of fuel or air to an engine, affecting its speed and power.

Example: He pressed the throttle to accelerate the car.

transitive verb

Definition: To control or limit the amount of fuel or air that goes into an engine, or to strangle or choke someone or something.

Example: The mechanic adjusted the throttle to improve the engine's performance.

throughway

IPA: /ˈθruːweɪ/

KK: /ˈθruːweɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of road or highway that allows for fast travel, often designed to connect major areas without many stops.

Example: The new throughway has significantly reduced travel time between the two cities.

thruway

IPA: /ˈθruːweɪ/

KK: /ˈθruːweɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of road designed for high-speed traffic, often with limited access points and no intersections.

Example: The thruway was congested during the holiday weekend.

ticket

IPA: /ˈtɪkɪt/

KK: /ˈtɪkɪt/

noun

Definition: A piece of paper or card that shows you have paid for a service or have the right to enter a place, like a concert or a bus.

Example: I bought a ticket to the concert next week.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide someone with a ticket for travel or entry, or to mark something with a ticket for identification or purpose.

Example: The airline will ticket all passengers before the flight departs.

ticketing

IPA: /ˈtɪkɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtɪkɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of providing or selling tickets for events, travel, or services.

Example: The ticketing system was updated to make it easier for customers to purchase their tickets online.

ticketless

IPA: /ˈtɪkɪtləs/

KK: /ˈtɪkɪtləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where someone does not have a ticket for an event or transportation.

Example: Many people traveled ticketless on the bus, hoping to avoid paying the fare.

tilbury

IPA: /ˈtɪl.bəri/

KK: /ˈtɪl.bəri/

noun

Definition: A light carriage with two wheels and two seats, commonly used in the 19th century for transportation.

Example: They took a ride in the tilbury through the countryside.

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