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Topic: Travel

tourbillon

IPA: /tʊəˈbɪljɒ̃/

KK: /tʊrˈbɪl.jɒ̃/

noun

Definition: A rotating mechanism in a clock or watch that helps to reduce the effects of gravity on its accuracy.

Example: The watchmaker explained how the tourbillon improves the precision of the timepiece.

tourer

IPA: /ˈtʊərər/

KK: /ˈtʊrər/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle, often a car or bicycle, that is designed for long journeys or travel, typically with comfort and convenience in mind.

Example: We rented a tourer for our road trip across the country.

touring

IPA: /ˈtʊərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈtʊrɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of traveling to different places for enjoyment, often as part of a planned trip or event.

Example: We spent the summer touring various cities across Europe.

tourism

IPA: /ˈtʊərɪzəm/

KK: /ˈtʊrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: The industry and activities related to traveling for enjoyment, including providing services and accommodations for travelers.

Example: Tourism is a major source of income for many countries around the world.

tourist

IPA: /ˈtʊərɪst/

KK: /ˈtʊrɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who travels to a place for enjoyment or to see new things.

Example: The tourist took many pictures of the famous landmarks.

touristed

IPA: /ˈtʊərɪstɪd/

KK: /ˈtʊrɪstɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a place that has been visited by many tourists.

Example: The touristed areas of the city are often crowded with visitors.

touristic

IPA: /tʊəˈrɪstɪk/

KK: /ˈtʊrɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to activities or places that are designed for tourists.

Example: The touristic attractions in the city draw millions of visitors each year.

touristy

IPA: /ˈtʊərɪsti/

KK: /ˈtʊrɪsti/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or designed for tourists, often in a way that seems exaggerated or not genuine.

Example: The city center is very touristy, with many shops selling souvenirs and local crafts.

tow

IPA: /toʊ/

KK: /toʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of rope or cable used to pull something, or the act of pulling something behind another vehicle or object.

Example: The truck used a strong tow to pull the broken car off the road.

transitive verb

Definition: To pull something behind you using a rope, chain, or similar device.

Example: The truck will tow the broken car to the repair shop.

town

IPA: /taʊn/

KK: /taʊn/

noun

Definition: A place where people live that is larger than a village but smaller than a city, often with its own local government and services.

Example: I grew up in a small town surrounded by beautiful mountains.

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