greenhouse
/ˈɡriːnhaʊs/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #5415 in the learning path
温室；暖房
Definitions
n. a glass or plastic building that keeps growing plants warm
温室；暖房
Example
We grow tomatoes in the greenhouse throughout the winter.
整个冬天，我们都在温室里种番茄。
Greenhouse cultivation can extend growing seasons, although heating these structures may require considerable amounts of energy.
温室种植可以延长生长季，但为这些设施供暖可能需要消耗大量能源。
Collocations
- grow plants in a greenhouse
- greenhouse gas emissions
- the greenhouse effect
Synonyms
- glasshouse
Usage tip
greenhouse是名词，也可作定语，如greenhouse gases。
FAQ
- What does greenhouse mean?
- a glass or plastic building that keeps growing plants warm
- How is greenhouse pronounced?
- UK /ˈɡriːnhaʊs/, US /ˈɡriːnhaʊs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
