© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

Topic: Transport

driveline

IPA: /ˈdraɪvlaɪn/

KK: /ˈdraɪvlaɪn/

noun

Definition: A system of components in a vehicle that transmits power from the engine to the wheels, allowing the vehicle to move.

Example: The mechanic inspected the driveline to ensure it was functioning properly.

driver

IPA: /ˈdraɪvər/

KK: /ˈdraɪvər/

noun

Definition: A person who operates a motor vehicle, such as a car or truck.

Example: The driver carefully navigated through the busy streets.

driverless

IPA: /ˈdraɪvərləs/

KK: /ˈdraɪvərləs/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a vehicle that operates without a human driver, using technology to navigate and control itself.

Example: The new driverless cars are designed to improve road safety and reduce traffic accidents.

driveshaft

IPA: /ˈdraɪvʃɑːft/

KK: /ˈdraɪvˌʃæft/

noun

Definition: A long rod that helps transfer power from the engine to the wheels in a vehicle, allowing it to move.

Example: The mechanic replaced the broken driveshaft to ensure the car could drive properly again.

drivetrain

IPA: //ˈdraɪvtreɪn//

KK: /ˈdraɪvˌtreɪn/

noun

Definition: The system in a vehicle that transmits power from the engine to the wheels, including components like the transmission, driveshaft, and axles.

Example: The mechanic explained how the drivetrain works to transfer power to the car's wheels.

driveway

IPA: //ˈdraɪvweɪ//

KK: /ˈdraɪvweɪ/

noun

Definition: A private road that leads from the street to a house or garage, allowing vehicles to park or access the building.

Example: I parked my car in the driveway before going inside the house.

driving

IPA: /ˈdraɪvɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdraɪvɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong energy or force that motivates or influences action.

Example: She has a driving ambition to succeed in her career.

drogue

IPA: //droʊɡ//

KK: /droʊg/

noun

Definition: A device that is used in various contexts, such as a parachute, a stabilizer for refueling aircraft, or a target towed behind an airplane.

Example: The pilot deployed the drogue to stabilize the aircraft during refueling.

dromon

IPA: //ˈdrɒmən//

KK: /ˈdrōmən/

noun

Definition: A type of large and fast ship used in ancient times, especially for warfare.

Example: The dromon was known for its speed and agility in naval battles.

drone

IPA: /droʊn/

KK: /droʊn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a continuous, low, dull sound, often in a repetitive or monotonous manner.

Example: The bee droned around the garden, searching for flowers.

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft that is controlled remotely and does not have a pilot on board. It can also refer to a male bee that does not work and is mainly there to mate with the queen bee.

Example: The military uses a drone to gather intelligence from the sky.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a continuous, low, humming sound, often in a dull or monotonous way.

Example: The teacher droned on about the history lesson, making it hard for the students to stay awake.

←1

...

525354

...

195→