duct
Pronunciation: [dʌkt]
Word
Context: “construction”
(noun) a tube or channel used to move air or other substances. Think of it like a big straw that helps carry air or water to different places in a building.
Example
The air duct helped cool down the entire room on a hot day.
Example
Without a working duct, the air in the room felt stale and warm.
Example
Where does this air duct lead to in the building?
Context: “biology”
(noun) a tube in the body that carries liquids or substances. It's like a tiny water pipe that helps move important fluids around inside us.
Example
The doctor explained that the bile duct transports bile from the liver to the intestines.
Example
If a duct is blocked, it can cause a lot of problems for our bodies.
Example
What does the pancreas duct do in our digestive system?
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