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Objects & Tools — Lesson 38

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airship

ˈɛrʃɪp

A steerable self-propelled aircraft — the airship floated gracefully over the ocean.

The airship floated gracefully over the ocean.

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airships

ˈɛrʃɪps

A steerable self-propelled aircraft — airships were popular in the early twentieth century.

Airships were popular in the early twentieth century.

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airstrip

ˈer.strɪp

An airfield without normal airport facilities — the military built an airstrip on the remote island.

The plane landed on a small airstrip in the mountains.

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airway

ˈɛrweɪ

A duct that provides ventilation (as in mines) — the surgeon made an incision to open the airway.

The doctor checked the patient's airway for blockages.

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airways

ˈerweɪz

A duct that provides ventilation (as in mines) — the doctor checked if the patient's airways were clear.

British Airways offers flights to many international destinations.

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aisles

aɪlz

A long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods) — please keep the aisles clear for safety.

The aisles in the supermarket were very crowded.

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alb

ælb

A white linen liturgical vestment with sleeves; worn by priests — the alb symbolizes purity and righteousness.

The priest wore a white alb beneath his chasuble.

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alcove

ˈælkoʊv

A small recess opening off a larger room — we placed a comfortable chair in the alcove.

She sat in the alcove by the window reading a book.

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alley

ˈæli

A narrow street with walls on both sides — they live in a narrow alley near the old market.

The cat disappeared into the dark alley behind the shop.

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alleys

ˈæliz

A narrow street with walls on both sides — the cat ran through the dark alleys.

The cat ran through the dark alleys.

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alleyway

ˈæli.weɪ

A narrow street with walls on both sides — the restaurant is tucked away down an alleyway.

The alleyway led to a hidden garden behind the houses.

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altar

ˈɔːltər

The table in Christian churches where communion is given — she lit candles at the altar.

The priest placed the bread on the altar.

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