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Topic: Transport

upcoast

IPA: /ˈʌpkoʊst/

KK: /ˈʌpkoʊst/

adverb

Definition: In a direction toward the northern or higher part of a coast.

Example: We traveled upcoast to enjoy the beautiful beaches.

uphill

IPA: /ˈʌpˌhɪl/

KK: /ˈʌpˌhɪl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is inclined or sloped upwards, often requiring effort to move or progress.

Example: The hikers faced an uphill challenge as they climbed the steep mountain.

adverb

Definition: In a direction that goes up a slope or hill, often requiring effort or difficulty.

Example: We had to walk uphill to reach the top of the mountain.

noun

Definition: A slope or incline that goes up, often used to describe a path or road that is higher than the starting point.

Example: The hikers struggled to climb the steep uphill on their way to the summit.

upriver

IPA: /ˈʌpˌrɪvər/

KK: /ˈʌpˌrɪvər/

adjective

Definition: In the direction toward the source of a river, or located closer to where the river begins.

Example: The boat traveled upriver to reach the small village.

adverb

Definition: In the direction towards the source of a river, opposite to the flow of water.

Example: The boat traveled upriver to reach the fishing spot.

uptown

IPA: /ˈʌpˌtaʊn/

KK: /ˈʌpˌtaʊn/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a part of a city that is situated away from the central area, often associated with residential neighborhoods or upscale areas.

Example: She moved to an uptown neighborhood because she preferred the quieter atmosphere.

adverb

Definition: In or toward the northern or upper part of a town or city.

Example: We decided to walk uptown to visit the new café.

noun

Definition: The area in a city that is located in the upper part, often associated with residential neighborhoods and sometimes considered more affluent.

Example: They decided to move to uptown for a quieter lifestyle and more green spaces.

ute

IPA: /juːt/

KK: /jut/

noun

Definition: A small vehicle that combines features of a car and a truck, designed for carrying goods in an open area at the back.

Example: He drove his ute to the hardware store to pick up some supplies.

utilidor

IPA: /juˈtɪlɪˌdɔr/

KK: /juˈtɪlɪˌdɔr/

noun

Definition: A passage or space that is used to house utility lines such as electricity, water, or telecommunications.

Example: The city built a new utilidor to improve access to essential services.

valet

IPA: /ˈvæleɪ/

KK: /ˈvæleɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To serve as a personal attendant, especially for parking cars or assisting with personal needs.

Example: He decided to valet at the hotel during the summer to earn some extra money.

noun

Definition: A person who works in a hotel or similar place, helping guests by taking care of their personal items, like clothes or cars.

Example: The valet parked our car while we checked into the hotel.

transitive verb

Definition: To serve or assist someone, especially in a personal or attentive manner.

Example: He will valet the guests' cars at the hotel entrance.

valise

IPA: /vəˈliːz/

KK: /vəˈliz/

noun

Definition: A small bag used for carrying personal items, often used when traveling.

Example: She packed her clothes into the valise for the weekend trip.

van

IPA: /væn/

KK: /væn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To travel or drive in a type of vehicle that is larger than a car and often used for transporting goods or groups of people.

Example: We vanned to the festival with all our friends.

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle that is enclosed and often used to carry goods or people, usually with side or rear doors.

Example: We loaded the furniture into the van for the move.

transitive verb

Definition: To transport something using a van, which is a type of vehicle designed for carrying goods or people.

Example: They vanned the supplies to the construction site.

vanload

IPA: /ˈvænloʊd/

KK: /ˈvænloʊd/

noun

Definition: The amount of goods or people that can be transported in a van.

Example: We filled the vanload with boxes for the move.

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