
hose
/həʊz/ · /hoʊz/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3870 in the learning path
软管;水管
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.