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Topic: Transport

headrest

IPA: /ˈhɛdˌrɛst/

KK: /ˈhɛdˌrɛst/

noun

Definition: A part of a chair or vehicle that supports the head and neck for comfort.

Example: The car's headrest was adjustable for better support during long drives.

headsail

IPA: /ˈhɛdseɪl/

KK: /ˈhɛdˌseɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of sail that is located at the front of a sailing boat, usually in front of the main mast.

Example: The sailor adjusted the headsail to catch the wind more effectively.

headway

IPA: /ˈhɛdweɪ/

KK: /ˈhɛdˌweɪ/

noun

Definition: The act of moving forward or making progress, especially towards a goal or destination.

Example: The team made significant headway on the project this week.

headwind

IPA: //ˈhɛdˌwɪnd//

KK: /ˈhɛdˌwɪnd/

noun

Definition: A type of wind that blows in the opposite direction to the movement of a vehicle, making it harder to move forward.

Example: The pilot had to adjust the flight path because of the strong headwind.

hearse

IPA: /hɜːrs/

KK: /hɪrs/

noun

Definition: A vehicle used to transport a coffin to a funeral or burial site.

Example: The hearse slowly drove through the streets, carrying the coffin to the cemetery.

verb

Definition: To transport a body in a vehicle designed for funerals.

Example: The family decided to hearse their loved one to the cemetery.

helicopter

IPA: /ˈhɛlɪˌkɒptə/

KK: /ˈhɛlɪˌkɒptər/

noun

Definition: A type of aircraft that flies by using rotating blades to lift off the ground and move through the air.

Example: The helicopter flew over the city, providing a stunning view from above.

transitive verb

Definition: A type of aircraft that has rotating blades on top and can fly vertically and horizontally.

Example: The rescue team used a helicopter to reach the stranded hikers.

helipad

IPA: /ˈhɛlɪˌpæd/

KK: /ˈhɛlɪˌpæd/

noun

Definition: A small area or platform where helicopters can land and take off.

Example: The hospital has a helipad on the roof for emergency airlifts.

heliport

IPA: /ˈhɛlɪpɔrt/

KK: /ˈhɛliˌpɔrt/

noun

Definition: A location where helicopters can land and take off.

Example: The city plans to build a new heliport to improve air travel.

helistop

IPA: /ˈhɛlɪstɒp/

KK: /ˈhɛlɪstɒp/

noun

Definition: A place where helicopters can land and take off, often equipped with facilities for passengers and cargo.

Example: The new helistop was built on the roof of the hospital for quick medical transport.

helm

IPA: /hɛlm/

KK: /hɛlm/

noun

Definition: A device used for steering a ship or a position of leadership and control.

Example: The captain took the helm to navigate through the stormy waters.

transitive verb

Definition: To steer or direct a ship or vehicle; to take control of a situation or organization.

Example: She was chosen to helm the new project team.

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