curl
/kɜːl/ · /kɜːrl/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4013 in the learning path
卷曲；使卷曲
Definitions
v. to form or make something form a curved shape
卷曲；使卷曲
n. a piece of hair or material shaped into a curve
卷发；卷曲物
Example
The dry leaves curl at the edges in autumn.
秋天，干枯的叶子边缘会卷起来。
During prolonged droughts, leaves may curl to reduce water loss and protect plants from further damage.
在持续干旱期间，叶片可能卷曲，以减少水分流失并保护植物免受进一步损害。
Collocations
- curl up
- curl your hair
- tight curls
Word family
- curly (adj.)
Antonyms
- straighten
Usage tip
curl up指蜷缩身体，常用于人或动物。
FAQ
- What does curl mean?
- to form or make something form a curved shape a piece of hair or material shaped into a curve
- How is curl pronounced?
- UK /kɜːl/, US /kɜːrl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
