Definitions
n. A glass or plastic device that produces electric light.
电灯泡
n. A rounded underground plant part that stores food and grows shoots.
鳞茎
Example
The kitchen bulb failed while I was washing dishes.
我洗碗时，厨房的灯泡坏了。
Replacing traditional bulbs with energy-efficient alternatives can reduce household electricity consumption and lower long-term costs.
用节能灯泡替换传统灯泡可以减少家庭用电量，并降低长期成本。
Collocations
- light bulb
- change a bulb
- energy-saving bulb
- plant bulbs
Word family
- bulbous (adj.)
Usage tip
既指灯泡，也指洋葱、水仙等植物的鳞茎。
FAQ
- What does bulb mean?
- A glass or plastic device that produces electric light. A rounded underground plant part that stores food and grows shoots.
- How is bulb pronounced?
- UK /bʌlb/, US /bʌlb/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
