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Topic: Transport

boatlike

IPA: /ˈboʊtlaɪk/

KK: /ˈboʊtˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a shape or characteristics similar to a boat.

Example: The new design of the building is quite boatlike, with its curved roof and sleek lines.

boatman

IPA: /ˈboʊt.mən/

KK: /ˈboʊtˌmæn/

noun

Definition: A person who operates or works on a boat, often involved in transporting people or goods across water.

Example: The boatman skillfully navigated the river, ensuring all passengers were safe.

boatsman

IPA: /ˈboʊt.mən/

KK: /ˈboʊtsmən/

noun

Definition: A person who operates or works on a boat, especially one who transports people or goods across water.

Example: The boatsman skillfully navigated the river, ensuring all passengers were safe.

boatswain

IPA: /ˈboʊs.wən/

KK: /ˈboʊsən/

noun

Definition: A person on a ship who is responsible for the maintenance of the ship's hull and equipment.

Example: The boatswain called the crew to prepare the ship for departure.

boatyard

IPA: /ˈboʊtiˌjɑrd/

KK: /ˈboʊtiˌjɑrd/

noun

Definition: A place where boats are built, repaired, stored, or sold.

Example: The old boatyard was busy with workers fixing various vessels.

bobstay

IPA: //ˈbɒbsteɪ//

KK: /ˈbɑbˌsteɪ/

noun

Definition: A rope or chain that helps keep the bowsprit of a ship steady and in place.

Example: The sailor adjusted the bobstay to ensure the bowsprit was secure during the storm.

bodywork

IPA: /ˈbɒdiˌwɜːrk/

KK: /ˈbɒdiˌwɜrk/

noun

Definition: The process of repairing or making the outer parts of vehicles, especially cars, or the outer structure of a vehicle itself.

Example: The mechanic specializes in bodywork and can fix any dents or scratches on your car.

bogie

IPA: /ˈboʊɡi/

KK: /ˈboʊɡi/

noun

Definition: A type of railway car or part of a train that has wheels and can turn to help the train go around curves.

Example: The train's bogie made it easier to navigate the sharp turns on the track.

bollard

IPA: /ˈbɒl.ərd/

KK: /ˈbɑːlɚd/

noun

Definition: A strong post used to secure ropes on a ship or to block vehicles from entering a specific area.

Example: The city installed new bollards to prevent cars from driving onto the sidewalk.

bolt

IPA: /N/A/

KK: /N/A/

adverb

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

intransitive verb

Definition: To move quickly and suddenly, often in a way that suggests fear or surprise.

Example: The dog bolted out of the yard when it saw the squirrel.

noun

Definition: A type of fastener that is a metal rod with a head on one end, used to hold things together by passing it through holes and securing it with a nut.

Example: The carpenter used a bolt to secure the wooden pieces together.

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