© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

Topic: Travel

tollgate

IPA: /ˈtoʊlɡeɪt/

KK: /ˈtoʊlɡeɪt/

noun

Definition: A place on a road where drivers must stop to pay a fee to use the road, tunnel, or bridge.

Example: We stopped at the tollgate to pay for using the highway.

tollway

IPA: /ˈtoʊlweɪ/

KK: /ˈtoʊlweɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of road where drivers must pay a fee to use it, often found on highways.

Example: We took the tollway to avoid traffic on the regular roads.

tonga

IPA: /ˈtɒŋə/

KK: /tɔŋə/

noun

Definition: A light carriage with two wheels that is pulled by a horse, commonly used for transportation in some South Asian countries.

Example: The family took a tonga to the market on a sunny afternoon.

topee

IPA: /təˈpiː/

KK: /toʊˈpi/

noun

Definition: A lightweight hat that is shaped like a helmet, often made from materials like pith or cork, commonly worn in hot climates.

Example: He wore a topee to protect himself from the sun during the safari.

topgallant

IPA: //tɒpˈɡæl.ənt//

KK: /tɑpˈɡæl.ənt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the part of a ship's mast that is above the topmast, including its sails and rigging.

Example: The topgallant sails were raised to catch the strong winds during the voyage.

noun

Definition: The highest part of a ship's mast or a sail that is attached to the top of the main mast.

Example: The sailors adjusted the topgallant to catch the wind more effectively.

topsail

IPA: /ˈtɒpseɪl/

KK: /ˈtɑːpseɪl/

noun

Definition: A type of sail that is positioned above the lowest sail on a ship's mast, used in both square-rigged and fore-and-aft-rigged vessels.

Example: The crew worked hard to raise the topsail as the wind picked up.

topside

IPA: /ˈtɒpˌsaɪd/

KK: /ˈtɑːpˌsaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the upper surface or top part of something.

Example: The topside of the boat was painted bright blue.

adverb

Definition: In a position that is higher or above something else, often referring to the upper part of a ship or structure.

Example: The crew worked topside to prepare the ship for departure.

noun

Definition: The upper part or surface of something, especially the highest part of a ship that is above the water.

Example: The crew worked on the topside of the ship to prepare it for the journey.

topsider

IPA: /ˈtɒpˌsaɪdə/

KK: /ˈtɑːpˌsaɪdər/

noun

Definition: A person who holds the highest position or authority in a group or organization.

Example: As the CEO, she is the topsider of the company, making all the major decisions.

tour

IPA: /tʊr/

KK: /tʊr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To travel to different places, often for enjoyment or to perform.

Example: They decided to tour Europe during their summer vacation.

noun

Definition: A short trip to visit and see a place, often with a group, or a series of events in different locations.

Example: We went on a tour of the museum to learn about its history.

transitive verb

Definition: To travel around a place or area to see it or to show it to others.

Example: They decided to tour the historic sites of the city during their vacation.

tourbillion

IPA: /tʊrˈbɪljən/

KK: /tʊrˈbɪljən/

noun

Definition: A strong, spinning movement of air or water, similar to a whirlwind or whirlpool.

Example: The tourbillion created a powerful vortex that lifted debris into the air.

←1

...

130131132

...

152→