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hose

/həʊz/ · /hoʊz/

CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3870 in the learning path

软管;水管

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Definitions

n. A flexible tube used to carry water or other liquids

软管;水管

v. To spray or wash something with water from a hose

用水管冲洗;浇水

Example

I used the hose to wash my muddy boots.

我用水管冲洗了沾满泥的靴子。

During periods of drought, restricting garden hose use can help households conserve valuable water supplies.

在干旱期间,限制使用花园水管有助于家庭节约宝贵的水资源。

Collocations

  • garden hose
  • fire hose
  • hose something down

Usage tip

hose指柔软可弯的管子;pipe通常指较硬的管道。

FAQ

What does hose mean?
A flexible tube used to carry water or other liquids To spray or wash something with water from a hose
How is hose pronounced?
UK /həʊz/, US /hoʊz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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