
crate
/kreɪt/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3484 in the learning path
板条箱;运输箱
Definitions
n. A strong container used to store or transport goods.
板条箱;运输箱
v. To pack something into a strong container for transport.
把……装入运输箱
Example
We carried a crate of apples into the kitchen.
我们把一箱苹果搬进了厨房。
Reusable plastic crates can reduce packaging waste when food suppliers establish reliable systems for collecting empty containers.
如果食品供应商建立可靠的空箱回收机制,可重复使用的塑料周转箱就能减少包装废弃物。
Collocations
- a wooden crate
- a crate of fruit
- pack into crates
Usage tip
可指木制或塑料运输箱;a crate of表示一箱。
FAQ
- What does crate mean?
- A strong container used to store or transport goods. To pack something into a strong container for transport.
- How is crate pronounced?
- UK /kreɪt/, US /kreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.