Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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kabadi

noun
/kəˈbɑːdi/

a person who collects and sells scrap or recyclable materials, especially in South Asia

"The kabadi came every week to collect old newspapers and bottles."

noun
/kəˈdʌm.bə/

A tropical tree with round, fragrant orange flowers, sacred in Hindu culture and associated with Lord Krishna

"The kadamba tree is mentioned frequently in ancient Indian poetry."

noun
/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."

noun
/ˌkæŋɡəˈruː/

A large Australian marsupial with powerful hind legs and a long tail, known for hopping.

"We saw a kangaroo hopping across the road in Australia."

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karat

noun
/ˈkærət/

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

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

noun
/kəˈrɒn.də/

a small dark purple berry-like fruit that is sour and used in pickles

"Karonda is often used to make pickles and preserves."

noun
/ˈkedʒ.ə.riː/

a European dish of cooked rice, fish, and hard-boiled eggs, originally from India

"The breakfast menu featured traditional kedgeree with smoked haddock and eggs."

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Keen

adjective
/kiːn/

Having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm; sharp or highly developed (for senses).

"She is very keen to learn new skills."

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Keep

verb
/kiːp/

To hold, retain, or continue to do something.

"She promised to keep the secret."

noun
/ˈkiː.pər/

a person whose job it is to guard or take care of something or someone; a goalkeeper

"The zoo keeper fed the animals every morning at eight o'clock."

noun
/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."

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ken

noun
/kɛn/

one's range of knowledge or understanding

"Quantum physics is beyond my ken."

noun
/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
/ˈkɜːrtʃɪf/

a piece of cloth worn around the head or neck

"She wore a red kerchief on her head."

noun
/ˈkɜːrnəl/

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

"The kernel of the argument was about fairness."

noun
/ˈker.ə.siːn/

a combustible hydrocarbon liquid widely used as a fuel in lamps and heating systems

"The old lamp burned kerosene to provide light during power outages."

noun
/ˈketʃ.ʌp/

a thick sauce made chiefly from tomatoes, vinegar, and spices

"She squeezed some ketchup on her french fries before eating them."

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noun
/ˌkiː.təʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

The metabolic process by which the liver produces ketones from fatty acids, providing an alternative energy source during low carbohydrate availability.

"Ketogenesis occurs during fasting or low-carb diets."

noun
/ˈket.əl/

a container with a lid, spout, and handle, used for boiling water

"The kettle is boiling on the stove."

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Key

noun
/kiː/

A small piece of shaped metal used to open or close locks, or something crucial and essential.

"She lost the key to her apartment."

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keyboard

noun
/ˈkiːbɔːrd/

a set of keys used to operate a computer, typewriter, or similar device for inputting text and commands

"She typed the report quickly on her keyboard."

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noun
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."

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Kick

verb
/kɪk/

To strike or hit with the foot.

"He kicked the ball into the goal."

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kid

noun
/kɪd/

A child or young person.

"The kid was playing in the park."

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kidnap

verb
/ˈkɪdnæp/

to take someone away illegally by force, often for ransom

"The criminals planned to kidnap the wealthy businessman."

noun
/ˈkɪdni/

a pair of organs in the body that remove waste products from the blood and balance bodily fluids

"The kidney plays a crucial role in filtering waste from the bloodstream."

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kill

verb
/kɪl/

To cause the death of a person, animal, or living thing.

"The hunter killed a deer."

noun
/ˈkɪlər/

A person or thing that kills.

"The police caught the killer last night."

noun
/ˈkɪlɪŋ/

the act of causing death, especially deliberately

"The movie depicts the brutal killing of the villagers."

noun
/ˈkɪldʒɔɪ/

a person who spoils the fun or enjoyment of others

"Don’t be a killjoy at the party."

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kiln

noun
/kɪln/

a furnace or oven for burning, baking, or drying, especially one for firing pottery or bricks

"The potter placed the clay pots into the kiln for firing."

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kilogram

noun
/ˈkɪləɡræm/

the base unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 grams

"The bag of rice weighs five kilograms."

noun
/ˈkɪləˌliːtər/

a unit of capacity equal to 1,000 liters

"The tank can hold up to three kiloliters of water."

noun
/kɪˈlɒmɪtər/ or /ˈkɪləˌmiːtər/

a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters

"The village is about five kilometers away from the town."

noun
/ˈkɪləˌwɒt/

a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts

"The generator produces ten kilowatts of electricity."

noun
/kɪˈməʊnoʊ/

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

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

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Kind

adjective/noun
/kaɪnd/

A type or category; showing a gentle, considerate nature.

"She is very kind to her neighbors."

adjective
/ˌkaɪnd ˈhɑːrtɪd/

Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.

"She is known as a kind-hearted teacher who always helps her students."

noun
/ˈkɪndərˌɡɑːrtn/

a school or class for young children, typically between the ages of four and six

"She enrolled her child in kindergarten to prepare for elementary school."

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verb
/ˈkɪndl̩/

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

"The speech kindled hope in the audience."

adverb; adjective
/ˈkaɪndli/

in a kind or gentle manner; showing kindness or goodwill

"She kindly helped the old man cross the street."

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kindred

noun, adjective
/ˈkɪndrəd/

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

"They discovered kindred spirits in each other."

adjective
/kɪˈnɛtɪk/

Relating to or resulting from motion.

"Kinetic energy increases as the object moves faster."

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King

noun
/kɪŋ/

the male ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by right of birth

"The king ruled the country with wisdom and fairness."

noun
/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."

noun
/ˈkɪŋdəm/

a country or territory ruled by a king or queen

"The kingdom was known for its rich culture and traditions."

noun
/ˈkɪŋɡlɪŋ/

A minor or petty king; a ruler of small importance.

"The kingling demanded respect from his people despite his small realm."

noun
/ˈkɪŋʃɪp/

The position, dignity, or authority of a king.

"The king’s advisors often reminded him of the responsibilities of kingship."