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Topic: Transport

trailing

IPA: /ˈtreɪlɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtreɪlɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that follows or comes after something else, often in a way that is less prominent or noticeable.

Example: The trailing edge of the wing helps to reduce drag on the airplane.

verb

Definition: To follow behind someone or something, often at a distance.

Example: The dog was trailing behind its owner during the walk.

train

IPA: /treɪn/

KK: /tren/

intransitive verb

Definition: To undergo a process of learning or practice to improve skills or fitness, or to travel using a railway vehicle.

Example: She trains every morning to prepare for the upcoming race.

noun

Definition: A series of connected railroad cars that are pulled or pushed by a locomotive, used for transporting people or goods.

Example: The train arrived at the station on time, ready to take passengers to their destination.

transitive verb

Definition: To teach someone or something to do a particular skill or behavior through practice and instruction.

Example: The coach will train the players to improve their skills before the tournament.

trainbearer

IPA: /ˈtreɪnˌbɛə.rər/

KK: /ˈtreɪnˌbɛrər/

noun

Definition: A person who carries or holds the long part of a dress or robe, especially during a formal event or ceremony.

Example: The trainbearer walked gracefully behind the bride, ensuring her gown flowed beautifully.

trainful

IPA: /ˈtreɪnˌfʊl/

KK: /trɛnˌfəl/

noun

Definition: A large amount or quantity of something, often used to describe the load or capacity of a train.

Example: The trainful of goods arrived at the station early in the morning.

trainload

IPA: //ˈtreɪnloʊd//

KK: /tren-lohd/

noun

Definition: The total amount of people or goods that a train can carry at one time.

Example: The trainload of coal arrived at the station early in the morning.

trainman

IPA: /ˈtreɪnˌmæn/

KK: /trɛnˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A person who works on a train, usually as part of the crew that operates it, and may have specific duties like managing the brakes or assisting the conductor.

Example: The trainman ensured that all passengers were safely on board before the train departed.

trainway

IPA: /ˈtrɛɪnweɪ/

KK: /ˈtrɛnweɪ/

noun

Definition: A structure that connects a wharf to a ferry boat, allowing people and goods to move between them.

Example: The passengers walked across the trainway to board the ferry.

traipse

IPA: /treɪps/

KK: /treɪps/

intransitive verb

Definition: To walk around in a relaxed or aimless way, often without a specific destination.

Example: They traipsed through the park, enjoying the sunny weather.

noun

Definition: A tiring or aimless walk, often taken without a specific purpose.

Example: After a long day at work, I enjoyed a leisurely traipse through the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To walk or move around in a casual or aimless way, often without a specific purpose.

Example: After lunch, we decided to traipse around the park and enjoy the sunshine.

tram

IPA: /træm/

KK: /træm/

noun

Definition: A vehicle that runs on tracks and is used for public transport, often found in cities.

Example: The tram took us across the city quickly and efficiently.

transitive verb

Definition: To move or transport something using a tram, which is a type of vehicle that runs on tracks.

Example: The workers will tram the materials to the construction site.

tramcar

IPA: //ˈtræm.kɑːr//

KK: /ˈtræmˌkɑr/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle that runs on tracks and is used for public transportation, often found in cities.

Example: The tramcar glided smoothly along the tracks, picking up passengers at each stop.

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