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Topic: Transport

daypack

IPA: /ˈdeɪˌpæk/

KK: /ˈdeɪˌpæk/

noun

Definition: A small and light backpack used for carrying items like books or supplies, often used for short trips or daily activities.

Example: I packed my daypack with snacks and water for the hike.

daysail

IPA: //ˈdeɪseɪl//

KK: /ˈdeɪˌseɪl/

verb

Definition: To take a boat out for sailing during the day, usually returning by evening without staying overnight on the water.

Example: We decided to daysail along the coast and enjoy the beautiful weather.

deadhead

IPA: /ˈdɛdˌhɛd/

KK: /ˈdɛdˌhɛd/

adverb

Definition: In a state of being empty, especially referring to a vehicle that is not carrying any passengers or cargo.

Example: The bus returned to the station deadhead after dropping off all the passengers.

intransitive verb

Definition: To travel without carrying passengers or cargo, often used in the context of transportation services.

Example: The airline had to deadhead the plane back to the airport after dropping off the passengers.

noun

Definition: A person who uses a free ticket to enter an event or travel without paying, or a vehicle that travels without carrying passengers or cargo.

Example: He managed to deadhead into the concert using a free pass.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove dead flowers from a plant or to operate a vehicle without carrying passengers or cargo.

Example: She decided to deadhead the roses to encourage new blooms.

deadlight

IPA: /ˈdɛd.laɪt/

KK: /ˈdɛdˌlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of window or cover that is designed to let in light but cannot be opened, often used on ships to prevent water from entering.

Example: The ship's deadlight was securely fastened to keep the cabin dry during the storm.

dealership

IPA: /ˈdiːləʃɪp/

KK: /ˈdiːləʃɪp/

noun

Definition: A place where vehicles, especially cars, are sold and serviced.

Example: I bought my new car from the local dealership.

debark

IPA: /dɪˈbɑrk/

KK: /dɪˈbɑrk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To get off a vehicle, especially a ship or an aircraft.

Example: After the long flight, we were excited to debark and explore the city.

transitive verb

Definition: To remove cargo or passengers from a ship or airplane.

Example: The crew will debark the passengers once the ship reaches the port.

debarkation

IPA: /dɪˌbɑːrkəˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /dɪˌbɑrkəˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of leaving a ship or aircraft after a journey.

Example: The debarkation of passengers from the cruise ship took several hours.

debouch

IPA: /dɪˈbaʊtʃ/

KK: /dɪˈbaʊtʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To come out or flow from a narrow place into a wider area.

Example: The river debouched into the large lake, creating a beautiful scene.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to come out or flow out from a confined space.

Example: The river debouched into the wide ocean, creating a beautiful estuary.

decamp

IPA: /dɪˈkæmp/

KK: /dɪˈkæmp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To leave a place suddenly or secretly, often to avoid detection or responsibility.

Example: The soldiers decided to decamp in the middle of the night to avoid being caught.

decelerate

IPA: /ˌdiːˈsɛləreɪt/

KK: /dɪˈsɛləˌreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To slow down or reduce speed.

Example: The car began to decelerate as it approached the stop sign.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something go slower or reduce its speed.

Example: The driver had to decelerate quickly to avoid an accident.

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