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Topic: Transport

tunnage

IPA: /ˈtʌnɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈtʌnɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The term refers to the measurement of the weight or capacity of a ship, often expressed in tons.

Example: The ship's tunnage was calculated to ensure it could carry the required cargo safely.

tunnel

IPA: /ˈtʌnəl/

KK: /ˈtʌnəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create a passageway underground or through a barrier.

Example: The workers will tunnel through the mountain to create a new route.

noun

Definition: A long, narrow passage that goes through or under something, like the ground or a mountain.

Example: The train travels through a tunnel under the city.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a passage or channel by digging through or under something.

Example: They decided to tunnel under the mountain to create a new route.

tunneler

IPA: /ˈtʌn.əl.ər/

KK: /ˈtʌnələr/

noun

Definition: A person or device that creates tunnels underground or through other materials.

Example: The tunneler worked tirelessly to complete the underground passage.

turbojet

IPA: /ˈtɜːrboʊˌdʒɛt/

KK: /ˈtɜrboʊˌdʒɛt/

noun

Definition: A type of jet engine that uses a turbine to compress air and produces thrust by expelling hot gases.

Example: The fighter jet was equipped with a powerful turbojet engine for high-speed performance.

turboprop

IPA: /ˈtɜːrboʊprɒp/

KK: /ˈtɜrboʊprɒp/

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft engine that uses a turbine to turn a propeller, providing thrust for the airplane.

Example: The small commuter plane was powered by a turboprop engine, making it efficient for short flights.

turn

IPA: /tɜrn/

KK: /tɜrn/

noun

Definition: A chance to do something or a change in direction or position.

Example: It's your turn to speak now.

transitive verb

Definition: To change the position or direction of something by rotating it or moving it around a point.

Example: She turned the knob to open the door.

turning

IPA: /ˈtɜrnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtɜrnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of changing direction or position, often involving a circular movement.

Example: The turning of the car was smooth as it navigated the sharp corner.

turnpike

IPA: /ˈtɜrnˌpaɪk/

KK: /ˈtɜrnˌpaɪk/

noun

Definition: A type of road where drivers must pay a fee to use it, often found in the form of expressways with toll booths.

Example: We took the turnpike to avoid traffic on the local roads.

turnstile

IPA: /ˈtɜrnstaɪl/

KK: /ˈtɜrnˌstaɪl/

noun

Definition: A mechanical device that allows people to enter or exit a place, usually found in public areas like train stations or amusement parks, where it only lets one person through at a time.

Example: We had to use the turnstile to enter the subway station.

twinjet

IPA: /ˈtwɪnˌdʒɛt/

KK: /ˈtwɪnˌdʒɛt/

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft that has two jet engines for propulsion.

Example: The airline introduced a new twinjet model that is more fuel-efficient.

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