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Topic: Transport

gangplank

IPA: /ˈɡæŋˌplæŋk/

KK: /ˈgæŋˌplæŋk/

noun

Definition: A board or ramp that connects a ship to a pier, allowing people to walk on and off the ship.

Example: The crew set up the gangplank so passengers could board the ship easily.

gangplow

IPA: //ˈɡæŋplaʊ//

KK: /ˈgæŋˌplaʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of plow that has multiple blades to create several furrows in the soil at the same time.

Example: The farmer used a gangplow to prepare the field for planting.

gangway

IPA: /ˈɡæŋˌweɪ/

KK: /ˈɡæŋˌweɪ/

interjection

Definition: A term used to ask people to move aside or clear a path in a crowded area.

Example: "Gangway! I need to get through!"

noun

Definition: A narrow passage or walkway, often found on ships or in theaters, that allows people to move between different areas.

Example: The passengers lined up at the gangway to board the ship.

gantry

IPA: /ˈɡæntri/

KK: /ˈɡæntri/

noun

Definition: A large structure that supports equipment or machinery, often used for cranes or to hold signals over tracks.

Example: The construction crew used a gantry to lift heavy materials to the upper floors of the building.

garage

IPA: /ɡəˈrɑːʒ/

KK: /gəˈrɑːʒ/

noun

Definition: A place where vehicles are parked or stored, often attached to a house, or a business that repairs and services cars.

Example: He parked his car in the garage to keep it safe from the rain.

transitive verb

Definition: To put or store something in a building for parking vehicles.

Example: He decided to garage his car to protect it from the weather.

garboard

IPA: /ˈɡɑːrbɔrd/

KK: /ˈɡɑːrbɔrd/

noun

Definition: The strake that is located next to the bottom part of a ship's hull, specifically adjacent to the keel.

Example: The shipbuilder carefully installed the garboard to ensure the vessel's stability.

gasoline

IPA: /ˈɡæsəˌliːn/

KK: /ˈgæsəˌlin/

noun

Definition: A flammable liquid made from oil, used mainly as fuel for cars and other vehicles.

Example: I need to stop at the gas station to fill up my car with gasoline.

gate

IPA: /ɡeɪt/

KK: /ɡeɪt/

noun

Definition: A structure that can be opened or closed to allow or block entry to a place, often found in fences or walls.

Example: She opened the gate to let the dog out into the yard.

transitive verb

Definition: To enclose or secure an area with a gate, or to restrict access to a place, often as a form of punishment or control.

Example: The school decided to gate the campus to ensure the safety of the students.

gated

IPA: /ˈɡeɪtɪd/

KK: /ɡeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has a gate or is controlled by a gate, often used to indicate restricted access or security.

Example: The gated community offers enhanced security for its residents.

verb

Definition: To enclose or secure an area with a gate, or to control access to something.

Example: The property was gated to ensure privacy and security.

gatehouse

IPA: /ˈɡeɪthaʊs/

KK: /ˈɡeɪthaʊs/

noun

Definition: A building or structure located at the entrance of a place, often used for security or control purposes.

Example: The gatehouse was built to provide security for the estate.

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