kelly

n. a common first name or family name.

n. a common unisex given name or surname of Irish origin.

“Kelly is joining us for dinner tonight at the new Italian restaurant.”

“The author, Grace Kelly, spent years researching the historical archives to ensure the accuracy of her latest biography.”

n. a bright, strong green colour.

n. a bright, intense shade of green, often referred to as 'kelly green'.

“She wore a kelly green dress that stood out in the crowd.”

“The designer selected a vibrant kelly green for the brand's logo to convey a sense of energy and growth.”

n. a special pipe used on a drilling rig to help turn the equipment.

n. a square or hexagonal section of pipe that transmits rotary motion from the rotary table to the drill string.

“The workers checked the kelly to make sure the drill was turning correctly.”

“The drilling engineer noted that the kelly was showing signs of wear and would need to be inspected before the next phase of the project.”

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