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Topic: Transport

wheelman

IPA: /ˈwiːl.mən/

KK: /ˈwiːlˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A person who drives a vehicle, especially in situations like a getaway or in racing.

Example: The wheelman sped away from the scene before the police arrived.

wheelsman

IPA: /ˈwiːlz.mən/

KK: /ˈwiːlz.mən/

noun

Definition: A person who operates or steers a vehicle, especially a boat or a car.

Example: The wheelsman skillfully navigated the boat through the narrow channel.

wherry

IPA: /ˈwɛri/

KK: /ˈhwɛri/

noun

Definition: A small, light boat that is often used for rowing or racing, typically designed for one person.

Example: He paddled his wherry across the calm lake during the early morning.

whitewall

IPA: /ˈwaɪtˌwɔl/

KK: /ˈhwaɪtˌwɔl/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has white sidewalls, often used in reference to tires or walls.

Example: The car had a classic look with its whitewall tires.

noun

Definition: A type of tire for vehicles that has a white band on the side, often used for aesthetic purposes.

Example: The classic car was fitted with whitewall tires to enhance its vintage look.

whizzer

IPA: /ˈwɪzər/

KK: /ˈhwɪzər/

noun

Definition: A machine that spins quickly to remove moisture from items like sugar, grain, or clothes.

Example: The laundry came out fresh and dry after using the whizzer.

widebody

IPA: /ˈwaɪdˌbɒdi/

KK: /ˈwaɪdˌbɑdi/

noun

Definition: A type of airliner that has a larger fuselage, allowing for more seats in a single row and typically featuring two or more aisles.

Example: The new widebody aircraft can accommodate over 300 passengers comfortably.

wigwag

IPA: /ˈwɪɡ.wæɡ/

KK: /ˈwɪɡˌwæɡ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move from side to side or back and forth in a rhythmic manner, often used to describe a signaling motion.

Example: The traffic officer began to wigwag his arms to direct the cars.

noun

Definition: A method of sending messages using flags or lights, often used in signaling or communication.

Example: The soldiers used a wigwag to communicate across the distance.

transitive verb

Definition: To send a message or signal by moving something, like a flag or light, back and forth.

Example: The traffic officer began to wigwag his arms to direct the cars.

winch

IPA: /wɪntʃ/

KK: /wɪntʃ/

noun

Definition: A machine that is used to lift or pull heavy objects by winding a rope or chain around a drum.

Example: The workers used a winch to lift the heavy steel beams into place.

transitive verb

Definition: To lift or pull something using a mechanical device that turns a drum or spool to wind a rope or cable.

Example: They used a winch to pull the heavy boat onto the trailer.

winding

IPA: /ˈwaɪndɪŋ/

KK: /ˈwaɪndɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape that twists or turns, often in a spiral or curved manner.

Example: The winding road through the mountains was beautiful but challenging to drive on.

noun

Definition: A curve or bend in a path, or the act of turning something around a center.

Example: The winding of the river made it difficult to navigate.

windjammer

IPA: /ˈwɪndˌdʒæmə/

KK: /ˈwɪndˌdʒæmər/

noun

Definition: A large ship that is powered by sails and used for sailing on the ocean.

Example: The windjammer sailed gracefully across the horizon, its sails billowing in the wind.

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