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Topic: Travel

barnstorming

IPA: /ˈbɑrnˌstɔrmɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbɑrnˌstɔrmɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing a performance that is very dramatic and full of excitement, often with a lot of energy and flair.

Example: The barnstorming show captivated the audience with its lively and theatrical presentation.

verb

Definition: To travel around the country performing shows or giving speeches, often in a lively or energetic manner.

Example: The candidates were barnstorming across the state to gain support for their campaign.

barque

IPA: //bɑrk//

KK: /bɑrk/

noun

Definition: A type of sailing ship with three or more masts, typically used for trade or fishing.

Example: The old barque sailed gracefully across the harbor, its sails billowing in the wind.

barquentine

IPA: //bɑːrˈkwɛntiːn//

KK: /bɑrˈkwɛntiːn/

noun

Definition: A type of sailing ship with two or more masts, where the foremast is rigged with square sails and the mainmast is rigged with fore-and-aft sails.

Example: The old barquentine sailed gracefully across the bay, its sails catching the wind.

bateau

IPA: /bəˈtoʊ/

KK: /bæˈtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A small, light boat that has a flat bottom and pointed ends, often used for rowing or sailing.

Example: We took a bateau out on the lake for a relaxing afternoon.

batteau

IPA: //bæˈtoʊ//

KK: /bæˈtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of small boat, often used for transporting goods or people on rivers and lakes.

Example: The fisherman used a batteau to navigate the shallow waters of the river.

bayfront

IPA: //ˈbeɪfrʌnt//

KK: /beɪfrʌnt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is located next to or facing a bay.

Example: The new park offers beautiful views of the bayfront.

noun

Definition: A piece of land that is located next to the edge of a bay.

Example: The new park was built along the bayfront, offering beautiful views of the water.

bayside

IPA: /ˈbeɪˌsaɪd/

KK: /ˈbeɪˌsaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Located near or along the edge of a bay.

Example: We spent the weekend at a beautiful bayside cottage.

beachboy

IPA: //ˈbiːtʃbɔɪ//

KK: /ˈbiːtʃbɔɪ/

noun

Definition: A young man who often spends time at the beach, usually enjoying the sun and surf, or someone who works there, like a lifeguard.

Example: The beachboy helped the children build sandcastles by the shore.

beachcombed

IPA: //ˈbiːtʃˌkoʊmd//

KK: /ˈbiːtʃˌkoʊmd/

adjective

Definition: Describing items or treasures that have been collected from the beach, often after searching through sand and debris.

Example: She found a beachcombed shell that was beautifully polished by the waves.

beachcomber

IPA: //ˈbiːtʃˌkoʊmər//

KK: /ˈbiːtʃˌkoʊmər/

noun

Definition: A person who searches along the shore for interesting items like shells or other things that can be found on the beach.

Example: During our vacation, we saw a beachcomber collecting beautiful seashells along the shore.

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