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Topic: Transport

harbormaster

IPA: /ˈhɑːbərˌmɑːstər/

KK: /ˈhɑrbərˌmæstər/

noun

Definition: A person in charge of managing and enforcing rules at a harbor, ensuring safe and efficient operations for ships and boats.

Example: The harbormaster checked the incoming vessels to ensure they followed all safety regulations.

harbour

IPA: /ˈhɑːbə/

KK: /ˈhɑːbər/

noun

Definition: A place on the coast where ships can dock and be safe from the sea.

Example: The fishing boats returned to the harbour after a long day at sea.

hardstand

IPA: /ˈhɑrdˌstænd/

KK: /hɑrdˌstænd/

noun

Definition: A solid, paved area used for parking vehicles or aircraft.

Example: The airplane was parked on the hardstand after landing.

hardstanding

IPA: /ˈhɑrdˌstændɪŋ/

KK: /hɑrdˌstændɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A hard surface, often made of concrete or asphalt, used for parking vehicles or for other purposes where a solid ground is needed.

Example: The construction site had a large area of hardstanding for the trucks to park on.

hardtop

IPA: /ˈhɑrdˌtɑp/

KK: /ˈhɑrdˌtɑp/

noun

Definition: A type of car or boat that has a solid, fixed roof instead of a soft top, often designed to look like a convertible.

Example: The new model features a sleek hardtop that enhances its sporty appearance.

hatchback

IPA: /ˈhæʧbæk/

KK: /ˈhæʧbæk/

noun

Definition: A type of car that has a rear door that swings upward, allowing access to the back storage area.

Example: She decided to buy a hatchback because it offers more space for her family.

hatchway

IPA: /ˈhæʧweɪ/

KK: /ˈhæʧweɪ/

noun

Definition: An opening or passage that leads to a lower area, often accessed by a ladder or stairs.

Example: The crew climbed down through the hatchway to reach the storage area below.

haul

IPA: /hɔl/

KK: /hɔl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change direction or move in a specific way, often used in the context of ships or transportation.

Example: The wind began to haul, pushing the boat towards the shore.

noun

Definition: A load or amount of something that is pulled or transported, often collected in one effort.

Example: The fisherman was proud of his big haul of fish from the lake.

transitive verb

Definition: To pull or drag something with force, or to transport something from one place to another, often using a vehicle.

Example: They had to haul the heavy boxes up the stairs.

haulage

IPA: /ˈhɔːlɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈhɔːlɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The process of transporting goods or materials from one place to another, often using trucks or other vehicles.

Example: The haulage company delivered the furniture to my new house.

hauler

IPA: /ˈhɔːlər/

KK: /ˈhɔːlər/

noun

Definition: A person or vehicle that transports goods or materials from one place to another.

Example: The hauler delivered the construction materials to the site early in the morning.

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