Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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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."

ketogenesis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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."

Kettle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈket.əl/

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

"The kettle is boiling on the stove."

Key definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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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."

keystone species definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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."

Kick definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Kick

verb
/kɪk/

To strike or hit with the foot.

"He kicked the ball into the goal."

kid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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kid

noun
/kɪd/

A child or young person.

"The kid was playing in the park."

kidnap definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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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."

kill definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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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."

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Knight

noun
/naɪt/

A man awarded a non-hereditary title by a monarch for service, especially in the past as a mounted soldier in armor.

"The brave knight rode into battle to protect his kingdom."

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Kiwi

noun
/ˈkiː.wi/

a small brown fruit with green flesh and black seeds; a flightless bird from New Zealand

"I love eating fresh kiwi for breakfast."

noun
/ˌklɛptəˈmeɪniæk/

A person with an irresistible urge to steal, typically without need or profit.

"The kleptomaniac was caught shoplifting again."

noun
/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)
/ˈnæk.ərd/

Extremely tired or exhausted.

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

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Knave

noun
/neɪv/

an unprincipled, deceitful, or dishonest man; an old term for a servant or male of low status

"The cunning knave tricked the villagers out of their money."

noun
/ˈneɪvəri/

dishonest or deceitful behavior; trickery

"The politician’s knavery was exposed by the media."

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knead

verb
/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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Knee

noun
/niː/

the joint between the thigh and the lower leg

"He hurt his knee while playing football."

kneel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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kneel

verb
/niːl/

to position the body by resting on the knees, usually as a sign of respect, prayer, or submission

"They knelt to pray in the temple."

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knell

noun
/nɛl/

The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral; a signal of the end or failure of something.

"The knell of the church bell echoed through the valley at dusk."

noun
/ˈnɪk.næk/

A small decorative object, especially in a house.

"The shelf was full of little knickknacks collected from their travels."

Knife definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Knife

noun
/naɪf/

a tool or weapon with a blade and a handle, used for cutting

"He used a sharp knife to cut the vegetables."

Knock definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Knock

verb
/nɒk/

to hit a surface, often to get attention or by accident

"She knocked on the door before entering."

know definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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know

verb
/noʊ/

to have knowledge or be aware of something

"I know the answer to the question."

adjective
/ˈdʒɑː.rɪŋ/

Striking or shocking in a way that creates a strong contrast or clash.

"The sudden loud noise was jarring to everyone in the room."

adjective
/ˈnɒti/

Complicated, difficult to solve or full of knots.

"He faced a knotty legal issue."

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Knot

noun
/nɒt/

A fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar.

"She tied the ribbon into a neat knot."

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Knoll

noun
/noʊl/

A small, rounded hill or mound.

"They had a picnic on the grassy knoll."

Knol khol definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/noʊl koʊl/

round bulbous vegetable from cabbage family with pale green color and mild taste

"Knol khol can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in curries."

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knit

verb
/nɪt/

To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.

"She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter."

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knighthood

noun
/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."

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Knightly

adjective
/ˈnaɪt.li/

having the characteristics of a knight; chivalrous; noble and brave

"He showed knightly courage in defending the innocent."

Kitten definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkɪt.ən/

a young cat

"The little kitten loves to play with yarn balls."

noun; gerund
/ˈnɪtɪŋ/

the craft or activity of making fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles; the act of forming something closely or firmly together

"She spends her evenings knitting scarves for her family."

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Knob

noun
/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."