barrel
/ˈbærəl/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4566 in the learning path
大圆桶；一桶的量
Definitions
n. A large round container with flat ends, or its contents.
大圆桶；一桶的量
n. The tube of a gun through which a bullet travels.
枪管；炮管
v. To move very fast, often with little control.
飞奔；高速行驶
Example
We collect rainwater in a wooden barrel behind the shed.
我们用棚屋后面的一个木桶收集雨水。
The price of a barrel of oil can influence transport costs throughout the global economy.
每桶石油的价格能影响整个全球经济的运输成本。
Collocations
- wooden barrel
- a barrel of oil
- gun barrel
- barrel down the road
Synonyms
- cask
Usage tip
复数barrels；一桶石油用a barrel of oil。
FAQ
- What does barrel mean?
- A large round container with flat ends, or its contents. The tube of a gun through which a bullet travels. To move very fast, often with little control.
- How is barrel pronounced?
- UK /ˈbærəl/, US /ˈbærəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
