IPA: /ˈsɜːrklɪŋ/
KK: /ˈsɜrklɪŋ/
Definition: A movement in a circular path or shape.
Example: The circling of the birds above the field was a beautiful sight.
Definition: To move around something in a circular path.
Example: The birds were circling above the lake.
IPA: /sɜːrˈkjuːɪtəsli/
KK: /sɜrˈkjuːɪtəsli/
Definition: In a way that is not direct, often taking a longer or more complicated route to reach a destination or conclusion.
Example: We took a circuitously route to avoid the traffic jam.
IPA: /ˌsɜːrkəmˈæmbjʊleɪt/
KK: /sɜrˈkʌm.æm.bjʊ.leɪt/
Definition: To walk around something, often as part of a ritual or ceremony.
Example: During the festival, we will circumambulate the temple as a sign of respect.
IPA: /ˌsɜːrkəmˈnævɪˌɡeɪt/
KK: /sɜrkəmˈnævɪˌɡeɪt/
Definition: To travel all the way around something, especially the Earth or an island.
Example: Ferdinand Magellan was the first person to circumnavigate the globe.
IPA: //ˌsɜːrkəmˈnævɪɡeɪtər//
KK: /sɜrkəmˈnævɪˌɡeɪtər/
Definition: A person who travels all the way around the world, usually by ship or other means of transportation.
Example: Famous circumnavigators like Ferdinand Magellan have made history by sailing around the globe.
IPA: /ˈsɪti/
KK: /ˈsɪti/
Definition: A large area where many people live and work, often with buildings, roads, and services like schools and hospitals.
Example: New York City is known for its iconic skyline and vibrant culture.
IPA: /ˈsɪtiˌskeɪp/
KK: /ˈsɪtiˌskeɪp/
Definition: A view or representation of a city, often showing its buildings and streets as a scene.
Example: The artist created a beautiful cityscape that captured the essence of the bustling downtown area.
IPA: /ˈsɪtiˌwɔrd/
KK: /ˈsɪtiˌwɔrd/
Definition: Relating to or directed toward cities, often used to describe movement or migration towards urban areas.
Example: Many people are moving cityward in search of better job opportunities.
Definition: In the direction of a city or cities.
Example: The travelers headed cityward as the sun began to set.
IPA: /ˈsɪtiˌwaɪd/
KK: /ˈsɪtiˌwaɪd/
Definition: Relating to or affecting the entire city, not just a specific area.
Example: The citywide festival attracted visitors from all neighborhoods.
IPA: /ˈklæm.bər/
KK: /ˈklæmɚ/
Definition: To climb or move in an awkward or difficult way, often using both hands and feet.
Example: The child began to clamber up the steep hill, using her hands to help her.
Definition: A difficult and awkward way of climbing or moving up something.
Example: The children made a clamber up the steep hill, struggling to find their footing.
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