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- skagen/ˈskɑːɡən/A geographical location; specifically, the northernmost town of Denmark, located at the tip of the Jutland peninsula.nounC2 / Proper Noun (Low frequency in general English, higher in geographical/touristic/art contexts)
- skagerrak/skæˈɡɛrək/A proper noun referring to a specific body of water, the strait between Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, connecting the North Sea to the Kattegat and ultimately the Baltic Sea.nounC2
- skagit/ˈskædʒɪt/Proper noun referring to the Skagit people, their language, or the Skagit River region in Washington State, USA.adjectivenounVery low
- skagway/ˈskæɡweɪ/A small port town in southeastern Alaska, historically significant as a gateway during the Klondike Gold Rush.nounVery Low
- skald/skɔːld/A Scandinavian poet, especially from the medieval period, who composed and recited poems honoring kings and heroes.nounVery low
- skanda/ˈskʌndə/A proper noun referring to a major Hindu deity, also known as Kartikeya or Murugan, the god of war, victory, and wisdom, and the son of Shiva and Parvati.nounVery Low
- skaneateles lake/ˌskæniˈætəlɪs leɪk/A specific, elongated glacial lake located in Upstate New York, USA.nounRare
- skanger/ˈskæŋɡə/A derogatory slang term for a young person, typically from a working-class urban background, often associated with anti-social behavior or a specific fashion style.nounLow (slang, regional)
- skank/skæŋk/A noun, originally and primarily a highly offensive slang term for a woman, or sometimes a man, perceived as promiscuous, unclean, or of low moral character.nounverbverb-intransitiveLow (for the dance/music sense). Very Low in polite/formal contexts (for the derogatory sense).
- skanky-ho/ˈskæŋki ˈhəʊ/A highly derogatory, sexually offensive slang term for a promiscuous woman, specifically one considered dirty, unattractive, or of low character.nounVery Low
- skara brae/ˌskɑːrə ˈbreɪ/A well-preserved Neolithic archaeological site in Scotland's Orkney Islands, consisting of stone-built houses.nounVery Low
- skase/skeɪz/An Australian slang term meaning to leave hurriedly or escape, particularly to avoid creditors or legal issues.nounVery Low / Regional Slang
- skat/skæt/A three-player card game of German origin, involving trick-taking and bidding.nounLow
- skate/skeɪt/To move over a smooth surface, typically ice or a hard floor, by gliding on blades or wheels attached to a shoe or boot.nounverbverb-intransitive+1B1
- skate over/ˌskeɪt ˈəʊ.vər/To deliberately avoid dealing with a difficult issue or topic in a superficial or hurried way.verbC1
- skate ski/skeɪt skiː/A type of skiing where the skier uses a skating-like motion, pushing the skis outward at an angle, typically on groomed trails.nounC1
- skateboard/ˈskeɪt.bɔːd/A short, narrow board with a pair of small wheels at each end, used for riding on and performing tricks on hard, smooth surfaces.nounverbverb-intransitiveB1
- skateboarding/ˈskeɪtˌbɔː.dɪŋ/The sport or activity of riding on and performing tricks with a skateboard.nounB1
- skatemobile/ˈskeɪt.məʊ.biːl/A motorized vehicle designed for or used by skateboarders, often a modified car or van that transports people and equipment to skate spots.nounVery Low
- skatepark/ˈskeɪt.pɑːk/A specially designed area with ramps, rails, and other structures for skateboarding.nounMedium
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