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K.
Abr. Kilobyte. A measure of memory size in computers.
karaoke.
(Pronounced "carry-okey.") Japanese name for a form of
entertainment in which patrons take turns singing the lyrics to
prerecorded music.
karaoke bar.
A bar featuring karaoke entertainment.
karaoke system.
The equipment needed to provide karaoke.
keel.
The structural element that runs the length of a ship's bottom.
kg.
Abr. Kilogram.
kilo.
Short for kilogram. A metric unit of weight, approximately 2.2 pounds.
kilobyte.
A measure of memory size in computers. A kilobyte can store the
equivalent of 1,000 typewritten characters.
kilometer.
A metric measure of distance, approximately five-eighths of a mile. The
standard measure of distance and speed (kph) in most foreign countries.
king post.
On a ship, a tall shaft that supports a cargo boom, sometimes doubling
as ventilation shafts.
king room. A
hotel room with a king-size bed.
kiosk. 1.
A small vendor's stall or cart. 2. A public booth dispensing
information, usually via an interactive television interface.
KIP.
CRS. Keep alone if possible.
KK.
CRS. Confirmed.
KL.
CRS. Confirmed waitlist.
km.
Abr. Kilometer (qv).
knot.
A nautical measure of speed, approximately 1.5 miles per hour.
kosher.
Conforming to Jewish dietary laws.
KP. CRS.
Commission percentage.
kph.
Abr. Kilometers per hour.
Kremlin.
1. The offices of the Russian government in Moscow. 2. The historic
fortress complex in Moscow containing government offices and museums.
KSML.
CRS. Kosher meal.
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