Words Starting With "T"
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Trowel
A portable handheld tool with a flat blade on one end and a handle on the other, used to spread and level materials such as concrete, plaster, or mortar.
Troweling
The act of troweling typically involves spreading or applying a substance, such as plaster, concrete, or mortar, to a surface evenly and thinly using a wide, flat tool called a trowel. It's often used in construction, DIY projects, and crafting to smooth, finish, or repair surfaces.
Trowelling
A verb meaning to spread or lay a layer of a substance, such as concrete, mortar, or plaster, by applying it with a trowel in a smooth and level motion, often in a repetitive motion.
Trowels
Trowels are small, handheld tools used for scooping, smoothing, and applying materials such as mortar, concrete, plaster, or paint to a surface. They typically have a flat, broad blade on one end and a handle attached to the other, allowing the user to apply materials with control and precision. Trowels can vary in size and shape depending on their intended use, but most have a flat, broad blade that is used to spread or lay down a layer of materials.
Troy
A city in northwest Anatolia, Turkey, near the Aegean coast, 20 km (12 mi) east of Çanakkale (Dardanelles). Once capital of ancient Troy, Troy was considered to be the site of Homer's Trojan War.
Troyes
Troyes is a city in northeastern France, in the Grand Est region. It is a town with a rich history, particularly in medieval times. The city was a major center of the wool trade and was a capital of the County of Champagne. Today, Troyes is known for its well-preserved medieval quarter and its numerous half-timbered houses.
Troylus
The word "troylus" is not a word in the English language, but I think you may be thinking of "Troilus", which is a proper noun that refers to a character in Geoffrey Chaucer's poem "Troilus and Criseyde".<br><br>Troilus was a Trojan prince, said to be the son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy, who fell in love with the Greek woman Criseyde, but was ultimately separated from her and died in the Trojan War.<br><br>However, it's also worth noting that "Troilus" can be used as a given name and has been used in various adaptations and interpretations of Chaucer's poem.<br><br>If you are looking for more information about the word, please let me know and I'll be happy to help.
Truage
Truage is a term that is not commonly used in modern English. However, it is an archaic or legal term that refers to a rough or probable assessment of the value of something, often a house or a piece of land. It is similar in meaning to an estimate or an appraisal, but it has a somewhat more obscure or outdated connotation.<br><br>In medieval law, truage referred to a system where a dispute over the value of goods or property was settled through a rough estimate or valuation, rather than a precise or exact assessment. This was often done by a neutral third party or a court-appointed assessor.<br><br>It's also worth noting that the term "trueage" or "truage" was sometimes used in the past to refer to a the estimated age of a building, such as a house or a structure, particularly when determining its value or assessing its historical significance.
Truand
"Truant" is an adjective that refers to someone who repeatedly stays away from school or work without permission, often without a valid reason.<br><br>Example: "He was marked truant by his teacher for missing class."<br><br>It can also be a noun, referring to a person who is guilty of this behavior.<br><br>Example: "She was caught by her parents as a truant this afternoon."<br><br>Note: The word can be pronounced as /ˈtraʊ.ənt/ (trauh-nt).
Trub
Trub refers to a plug or stopper used in a pipe, especially a beer barrel; or any substance used to block or fill a pipe or cavity.
Truce
A temporary agreement to stop fighting or arguing, often intended to be followed by a more permanent peace.
Truces
A temporary agreement to stop fighting or attacking each other, often between nations or groups in a war.
Trucial
<em>adj.</em> Of or pertaining to the Trucial States, a group of sheikhdoms in the Gulf of Persia (now the United Arab Emirates) under a mutually protective treaty with Britain.
Trucidation
Trucidation refers to the act of killing or slaughtering, often in a violent or ruthless manner.
Truck-driver
A person whose occupation is transporting goods by driving a large heavy goods vehicle, usually on long-distance trips.
Truck
A large road vehicle with a platform for goods or materials, typically with multiple wheels and a front and rear section.
Truckage
The term "truckage" refers to the cost or charge for hauling or transporting goods, typically in bulk, especially on a railway. It is also sometimes used to describe the load or cargo itself, particularly when being transported on a truck.<br><br>For example:<br><br> "The truckage fee was included in the cost of the shipment."<br> "The truck carried a heavy truckage of building materials to the construction site."
Trucker
A person who operates a large vehicle, typically a truck, to transport goods or materials from one place to another.
Truckers
Professionals who drive and transport goods or cargo in large trucks, typically weighing over 10 tons.
Trucking
The term "trucking" refers to the occupation or industry of operating large vehicles, typically lorries or trucks, to transport goods, materials, or people from one place to another. It can also refer to the act of staying at home in one's truck or vehicle, often sleeping or relaxing in it.<br><br>There are different types of trucking, including:<br><br>1. Long-haul trucking: involves transporting goods over long distances, often over several days or even weeks.<br>2. Local trucking: involves transporting goods over shorter distances, typically within a specific region or city.<br>3. Dedicated trucking: involves transporting specific goods or materials for a particular company or industry, such as groceries or construction materials.<br>4. Combined transportation: involves hauling two or more types of goods or trailers on one truck.<br><br>In addition to these definitions, the term "trucking" can also be used as a verb, meaning to travel using a truck or truck trucks.<br><br>For example:<br><br> The trucking industry is a crucial part of the global transportation system.<br> The driver spent weeks trucking goods across the country.<br> I love trucking through the mountains on my weekends.
Truckle
To move something or someone laboriously, especially a large or heavy one, by hauling, pulling, or pushing, often with a lot of effort.<br><br>Example: The truck driver had to truck the heavy furniture up the stairs.<br><br>Alternatively, it can also mean to tend to cows or other animals.<br><br>Example: The boy was responsible for truckling the pigs.<br><br>In the past, truckle also referred to a small truck or a frame of abuse (a tool used to torture a person).<br><br>Example: In the historical texts, it's mentioned that during the inquisition people were put in truckles.
Truckling
To truckle means to act in a cowardly or servile manner, often by trying to gain favor or advantage by flattering or obeying someone, especially someone in a position of authority. In other words, it means to cringe or fawn in an obsequious or obtrusive way.
Trucks
Large vehicles used for transporting goods, typically with a strong box body and multiple wheels. They often have an open top and are used for hauling heavy loads over land.
Truculence
Truculence refers to a person's tendency to be stubborn, obstinate, or uncooperative, often in a way that is aggressive or confrontational. It can also describe a quality of being pugnacious or quarrelsome, and can imply a readiness to resist or defy authority or opposition.
Trudeau
A surname and also the name of a more-than-certain political figure:<br><br>One who is from the part of Canada, which has the rivers named Trudeau also.
Trudeaumania
Trudeaumania refers to the intense media coverage, public attention, and adoration that Pierre Trudeau, the 15th Prime Minister of Canada, received during his time in office from 1968 to 1979 and 1980 to 1984. This phenomenon was similar to "Camelot" in the United States during the Kennedy administration or "Cult of Personality" associated with Stalin in the Soviet Union.