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crate

/kreɪt/

CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3484 in the learning path

板条箱;运输箱

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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.

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