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Topic: Travel

aerogramme

IPA: //ˈɛəroʊˌɡræm//

KK: /ˈɛrəˌɡræm/

noun

Definition: A type of letter or message that is written on lightweight paper and can be sent by mail, often used for international correspondence.

Example: She sent an aerogramme to her friend overseas to share her travel experiences.

aeroplane

IPA: /ˈɛə.rə.pleɪn/

KK: /ˈɛərəpleɪn/

noun

Definition: A type of vehicle that flies in the air, typically with wings and engines, used for transporting people or goods.

Example: The aeroplane took off smoothly from the runway.

afar

IPA: /əˈfɑːr/

KK: /əˈfɑr/

adverb

Definition: At a long distance away from a place or person.

Example: The mountains looked beautiful from afar.

noun

Definition: A long distance away from a person or place.

Example: The travelers came from afar to witness the festival.

afield

IPA: /əˈfiːld/

KK: /əˈfild/

adjective

Definition: This word describes being in a place that is not at home, often referring to being in the countryside or outdoors.

Example: The researchers ventured afield to gather data for their study.

adverb

Definition: In a direction away from the usual or expected place, often referring to being in an open area or field.

Example: The children ran afield to play in the open grass.

afloat

IPA: /əˈfloʊt/

KK: /əˈfloʊt/

adjective

Definition: Floating on the surface of water or not sinking. It can also mean being free from problems or difficulties.

Example: The boat remained afloat despite the rough waves.

adverb

Definition: Floating on the surface of water or not sinking. It can also mean being free from problems or difficulties.

Example: The boat remained afloat despite the rough waves.

afoot

IPA: /əˈfʊt/

KK: /əˈfʊt/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is happening or in progress, often used to indicate that plans or events are underway.

Example: There are plans afoot to improve the public transportation system.

adverb

Definition: In progress or happening; also refers to being on foot or walking.

Example: There are plans afoot to improve the community park.

aft

IPA: /æft/

KK: /æft/

adverb

Definition: This word describes a position that is located at the back part of a ship or aircraft.

Example: The crew moved aft to prepare for landing.

afterdeck

IPA: //ˈæftərˌdɛk//

KK: /ˈæftərˌdɛk/

noun

Definition: A section of a ship's deck located towards the back, behind the middle part of the vessel.

Example: The crew gathered on the afterdeck to discuss the next steps of the voyage.

afterguard

IPA: /ˈæftərˌɡɑrd/

KK: /ˈæftərˌɡɑrd/

noun

Definition: A group of sailors on a ship who are responsible for managing the sails located at the back of the vessel. They work on the quarter-deck and typically include crew members who do not need to climb high up on the ship.

Example: The afterguard was responsible for managing the sails during the race.

aground

IPA: /əˈɡraʊnd/

KK: /əˈɡraʊnd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a ship or boat that is stuck on the ground or the bottom of a body of water, unable to move.

Example: The ship ran aground during the storm.

adverb

Definition: In a position where a ship or boat is stuck on the ground or bottom of a body of water, often unable to move.

Example: The ship ran aground during the storm and was stuck on the sand.

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