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Topic: Travel

larboard

IPA: /ˈlɑːrbɔːrd/

KK: /ˈlɑrˌbɔrd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to the left side of a ship when facing forward.

Example: The crew gathered on the larboard side to prepare for departure.

noun

Definition: The left side of a ship when facing forward.

Example: The crew gathered on the larboard side to watch the sunset.

lateen

IPA: /lɑːˈtiːn/

KK: /lɑːˈtiːn/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of sail that is triangular and attached to a mast at an angle, commonly used on certain boats, especially in North Africa.

Example: The lateen sail allowed the boat to navigate more efficiently against the wind.

noun

Definition: A type of triangular sail that is set on a long yard mounted at an angle on the mast of a boat or ship, commonly used in sailing.

Example: The fisherman adjusted the lateen to catch the wind more effectively.

lavatory

IPA: /ˈlævəˌtɔːri/

KK: /ˈlævəˌtɔri/

noun

Definition: A room or space that contains a toilet and often a sink for washing hands.

Example: Please wash your hands after using the lavatory.

laveer

IPA: /ləˈvɪr/

KK: /lɑːˈvɪr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To sail a boat in a zigzag course against the wind.

Example: The sailor had to laveer to make progress towards the harbor.

layover

IPA: /ˈleɪˌoʊvər/

KK: /ˈleɪˌoʊvər/

noun

Definition: A brief stop during a journey, often between flights, where a traveler waits before continuing to their final destination.

Example: We had a layover in Chicago before flying to New York.

lazaret

IPA: /ˈlæzəˌrɛt/

KK: /ˈlazəˌret/

noun

Definition: A place where people with contagious diseases are isolated or quarantined, often used in historical contexts.

Example: During the outbreak, the sick were sent to the lazaret for treatment and isolation.

lazaretto

IPA: /ˌlæzəˈrɛtoʊ/

KK: /lazəˈrɛtoʊ/

noun

Definition: A place, either a building or a ship, where people are kept in isolation to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.

Example: The sailors were taken to the lazaretto for observation before being allowed to go ashore.

leave

IPA: /liːv/

KK: /liv/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go away from a place or to depart.

Example: I will leave for the airport at 6 AM.

noun

Definition: A period of time when someone is allowed to be away from work or duty, often with official permission.

Example: She took a leave from her job to travel abroad.

transitive verb

Definition: To allow someone or something to be in a certain state or to go away from a place, often by not taking them with you.

Example: I will leave the door open for you.

left

IPA: /lɛft/

KK: /lɛft/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is situated on the side opposite to the right, often used to indicate direction or position.

Example: The left door is slightly ajar, allowing a glimpse inside.

adverb

Definition: In the direction that is opposite to the right side; toward the side of the body that is usually on the west when facing north.

Example: She turned left at the intersection.

noun

Definition: The side of the body or a space that is opposite to the right side; it can also refer to a direction or position that is to the left of something else.

Example: She always sits on the left side of the table.

verb

Definition: To have gone away from a place or person; to have departed.

Example: She left the party early because she was tired.

legroom

IPA: /ˈlɛɡruːm/

KK: /ˈlɛɡrum/

noun

Definition: The space available for a person's legs when sitting, especially in a vehicle or on an airplane.

Example: The airplane seats had very little legroom, making it uncomfortable for the passengers.

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