
chamber
/ˈtʃeɪmbə/ · /ˈtʃeɪmbər/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #6131 in the learning path
会议厅;大房间
Definitions
n. A room used for a particular, often official, purpose.
会议厅;大房间
n. An enclosed space inside a body, machine, or structure.
体内的室;封闭腔室
Example
We waited outside the chamber while the council met.
市议会开会时,我们在会议厅外等候。
The upper chamber of parliament reviews proposed laws before they can receive final approval.
议会上院在法律草案获得最终批准前对其进行审议。
Collocations
- council chamber
- heart chamber
- chamber of commerce
Usage tip
chamber多指专用房间或封闭腔室,不是普通卧室。
FAQ
- What does chamber mean?
- A room used for a particular, often official, purpose. An enclosed space inside a body, machine, or structure.
- How is chamber pronounced?
- UK /ˈtʃeɪmbə/, US /ˈtʃeɪmbər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.