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英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文

noun C1
/kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/

A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.

"The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began."

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karat

noun C1
/ˈkærət/

A unit for measuring the purity of gold, with 24 karats being pure gold.

"The ring was made of 18-karat gold."

noun C1
/ˈkiːpˌseɪk/

An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.

"She gave me a small locket as a keepsake of our friendship."

Kennel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈken.əl/

a small shelter for a dog; an establishment for the breeding or boarding of dogs

"The dog slept comfortably in his wooden kennel in the backyard."

noun C1
/ˈkɜːrnəl/

the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed

"The kernel of the argument was about fairness."

keystone species definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈkiː.stəʊn ˈspiː.ʃiːz

A species on which other species in an ecosystem largely depend, such that if it were removed the ecosystem would change drastically.

"Wolves are a keystone species that regulate prey populations."

noun C1
/ˈkɪləˌwɒt/

a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts

"The generator produces ten kilowatts of electricity."

noun C1
/kɪˈməʊnoʊ/

a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash

"She wore a beautiful silk kimono at the ceremony."

kindle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈkɪndl̩/

To start a fire or to inspire a feeling or emotion.

"The speech kindled hope in the audience."

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kindred

noun, adjective C1
/ˈkɪndrəd/

A person's relatives or family; similar in nature or character.

"They discovered kindred spirits in each other."

adjective C1
/kɪˈnɛtɪk/

Relating to or resulting from motion.

"Kinetic energy increases as the object moves faster."

King-Fisher definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɪŋ.fɪʃ.ər/

a small bird with bright blue and orange feathers that catches fish by diving into water

"The colorful kingfisher dove into the pond to catch a fish."

knack definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/næk/

a natural skill or ability; a special talent for doing something easily

"She has a knack for making people feel comfortable."

adjective (informal, British) C1
/ˈnæk.ərd/

Extremely tired or exhausted.

"After the long hike, I was completely knackered."

knead definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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knead

verb C1
/niːd/

to work dough or clay into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching

"She kneads the dough until it becomes smooth."

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knighthood

noun C1
/ˈnaɪt.hʊd/

The rank or dignity of a knight, or the ceremony of conferring knighthood.

"He was honored with knighthood for his contributions to science."

Knob definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Knob

noun C1
/nɒb/

a rounded handle on a door or drawer; a small rounded switch on a machine

"He turned the brass knob to open the old wooden door."

adverb C1
/ˈnoʊɪŋli/

in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally

"She knowingly kept the secret from her friends."

kudos definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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kudos

noun C1
/ˈkuːdɒs/

Praise and honor received for an achievement.

"She received kudos for her excellent performance."