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Topic: Travel

tarmacadam

IPA: /ˈtɑːrməˌkædəm/

KK: /ˈtɑːrməˌkædəm/

noun

Definition: A type of road surface made from crushed stone mixed with tar, which is then pressed down to create a smooth pavement.

Example: The new airport runway was built using tarmacadam for better durability.

taverna

IPA: /təˈvɛrnə/

KK: /tæˈvɜrnə/

noun

Definition: A small restaurant or café in Greece where people can eat and drink, often serving traditional Greek food.

Example: We enjoyed a delicious meal at the taverna by the sea.

taxi

IPA: /ˈtæksi/

KK: /ˈtæksi/

intransitive verb

Definition: To be transported in a taxi or to move slowly on the ground before takeoff or after landing.

Example: We decided to taxi to the airport instead of driving.

noun

Definition: A vehicle that carries passengers for a fare, usually found on the street or called by phone.

Example: I took a taxi to the airport to catch my flight.

transitive verb

Definition: To move an aircraft on the ground before takeoff or after landing, or to transport someone or something using a taxi.

Example: The pilot had to taxi the plane to the runway before takeoff.

taxicab

IPA: /ˈtæksɪˌkæb/

KK: /ˈtæksɪˌkæb/

noun

Definition: A vehicle that transports people for a fee, which is usually based on the distance traveled or time taken.

Example: I called a taxicab to take me to the airport.

taxiing

IPA: /ˈtæksaɪɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtæksɪɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The movement of an aircraft on the ground before takeoff or after landing.

Example: The plane was taxiing down the runway before taking off.

verb

Definition: The action of an aircraft moving slowly on the ground before takeoff or after landing.

Example: The airplane was taxiing down the runway before taking off.

taximeter

IPA: //ˈtæksɪˌmiːtə//

KK: /ˈtæksɪˌmiːtər/

noun

Definition: A device in a taxi that measures how far the vehicle has traveled and calculates the fare that the passenger needs to pay.

Example: The driver turned on the taximeter as soon as we got into the cab.

taxite

IPA: /ˈtæksaɪt/

KK: /ˈtæksaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of lava that has a mixed appearance, showing different colors, textures, or compositions, often used in the study of rocks.

Example: The geologist examined the taxite to understand its unique texture and composition.

taxiway

IPA: /ˈtæksaɪweɪ/

KK: /ˈtæksaɪweɪ/

noun

Definition: A paved path at an airport where airplanes move to and from the runway.

Example: The plane used the taxiway to reach the runway before takeoff.

tent

IPA: /tɛnt/

KK: /tɛnt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To set up a temporary shelter made of fabric or other materials, usually supported by poles and ropes, for camping or outdoor activities.

Example: We decided to tent in the forest during our weekend trip.

noun

Definition: A portable shelter made of fabric, usually supported by poles and ropes, commonly used for camping or outdoor activities.

Example: We set up our tent in the campsite before it started to rain.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide or set up a shelter made of fabric or other material, typically supported by poles and used for camping or outdoor activities.

Example: We decided to tent our campsite for the weekend to protect us from the rain.

tentage

IPA: /ˈtɛntɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈtɛntɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: A collection or supply of tents used for camping or outdoor activities.

Example: The campers set up their tentage near the lake for the weekend.

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