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Topic: Transport

aft

IPA: /æft/

KK: /æft/

adverb

Definition: This word describes a position that is located at the back part of a ship or aircraft.

Example: The crew moved aft to prepare for landing.

afterdeck

IPA: //ˈæftərˌdɛk//

KK: /ˈæftərˌdɛk/

noun

Definition: A section of a ship's deck located towards the back, behind the middle part of the vessel.

Example: The crew gathered on the afterdeck to discuss the next steps of the voyage.

afterguard

IPA: /ˈæftərˌɡɑrd/

KK: /ˈæftərˌɡɑrd/

noun

Definition: A group of sailors on a ship who are responsible for managing the sails located at the back of the vessel. They work on the quarter-deck and typically include crew members who do not need to climb high up on the ship.

Example: The afterguard was responsible for managing the sails during the race.

aftmost

IPA: /ˈæftmoʊst/

KK: /ˈæftmoʊst/

adjective

Definition: Located at the back or rear of something, especially in relation to a ship or aircraft.

Example: The aftmost section of the ship is reserved for the captain's quarters.

aground

IPA: /əˈɡraʊnd/

KK: /əˈɡraʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a ship or boat that is stuck on the ground or the bottom of a body of water, unable to move.

Example: The ship ran aground during the storm.

adverb

Definition: In a position where a ship or boat is stuck on the ground or bottom of a body of water, often unable to move.

Example: The ship ran aground during the storm and was stuck on the sand.

ahull

IPA: /əˈhʌl/

KK: /əˈhəl/

adverb

Definition: In a position where a ship is lying with its hull exposed to the wind and waves, often used to describe a ship's state when it is not under sail.

Example: The ship was sailing ahull during the storm, with its sails furled and the hull taking the brunt of the waves.

aileron

IPA: /ˈeɪləˌrɒn/

KK: /ˈeɪləˌrɒn/

noun

Definition: A part of an airplane wing that can move up and down to help control the aircraft's direction, especially when turning.

Example: The pilot adjusted the aileron to initiate a smooth turn during the flight.

airbag

IPA: /ˈɛərˌbæɡ/

KK: /ˈɛrˌbæɡ/

noun

Definition: A safety feature in cars that quickly fills with air to protect people inside during a crash, helping to prevent injuries.

Example: The car was equipped with multiple airbags to ensure the safety of all passengers in case of an accident.

airbase

IPA: //ˈɛərbeɪs//

KK: /ˈɛrˌbeɪs/

noun

Definition: A military airport that serves as a base for aircraft and provides facilities for the personnel who operate and maintain them.

Example: The airbase was strategically located to support military operations.

airboat

IPA: /ˈɛərˌboʊt/

KK: /ˈɛrˌboʊt/

noun

Definition: A type of boat that has a flat bottom and is powered by a large propeller, allowing it to travel over shallow water and swamps.

Example: The airboat glided smoothly over the swamp waters, its propeller whirring loudly.

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