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Topic: Transport

derail

IPA: /dɪˈreɪl/

KK: /dɪˈreɪl/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something, especially a train or a plan, to go off its intended path or to stop suddenly.

Example: The heavy rain derailed the train, causing a delay in the schedule.

derailleur

IPA: /dɪˈreɪljər/

KK: /dɪˈreɪljər/

noun

Definition: A device on a bicycle that changes the gears by moving the chain between different sized sprockets.

Example: The cyclist adjusted the derailleur to switch to a higher gear for climbing the hill.

derailment

IPA: /dɪˈreɪlmənt/

KK: /dɪˈreɪlmənt/

noun

Definition: The event when a train goes off its tracks, causing it to stop or crash.

Example: The derailment caused significant delays in train services.

descend

IPA: /dɪˈsɛnd/

KK: /dɪˈsɛnd/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move down from a higher place to a lower one.

Example: The hikers began to descend the mountain as the sun set.

transitive verb

Definition: To move downwards from a higher place to a lower one.

Example: The hikers decided to descend the steep trail carefully.

despatch

IPA: /dɪˈspætʃ/

KK: /dɪˈspætʃ/

verb

Definition: To send something to a destination, often quickly or efficiently.

Example: The company will despatch the goods by the end of the day.

detour

IPA: /ˈdiːtʊər/

KK: /ˈdɪtʊr/

noun

Definition: A path or route that is different from the usual one, often taken to avoid obstacles or delays.

Example: We had to take a detour because the main road was closed for construction.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone or something to take a longer or different route than usual, often to avoid an obstacle or for a specific purpose.

Example: The construction on the main road forced us to detour through the back streets.

detrain

IPA: /dɪˈtreɪn/

KK: /dɪˈtreɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To leave a train or to make someone leave a train.

Example: Passengers will detrain at the next station.

detrainment

IPA: /dɪˈtreɪnmənt/

KK: /dɪˈtreɪnmənt/

noun

Definition: The process of stopping training or exercise, often leading to a decrease in physical fitness or performance.

Example: After a long break from running, I experienced some detrainment and had to work hard to regain my stamina.

dhow

IPA: /daʊ/

KK: /daʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of sailing boat with a triangular sail, commonly used in the Indian Ocean, especially by Arab traders.

Example: The fishermen set out on their dhow early in the morning to catch fish.

diesel

IPA: /ˈdiːzəl/

KK: /ˈdizəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To continue running after the ignition has been turned off, often due to residual heat in the engine.

Example: The engine diesels for a few moments after I turn off the key.

noun

Definition: A type of fuel used in engines that operate on diesel technology, or an engine that runs on this fuel.

Example: Many trucks use diesel engines because they are more efficient for heavy loads.

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