
mast
/mɑːst/ · /mæst/
CEFR level C1Topic TravelWord #6359 in the learning path
桅杆
Definitions
n. A tall upright pole supporting sails on a boat
桅杆
n. A tall structure supporting equipment that sends or receives signals
天线塔;天线杆
Example
A white sail fluttered high on the wooden mast.
一面白帆在木桅杆高处迎风飘动。
Installing a new communications mast could improve mobile coverage in remote villages and support local businesses.
安装新的通信塔可以改善偏远村庄的移动通信覆盖,并支持当地企业发展。
Collocations
- main mast
- communications mast
- at half mast
Word family
- masted (adj.)
Usage tip
核心义是支撑帆的桅杆,也可指支撑天线的高杆。
FAQ
- What does mast mean?
- A tall upright pole supporting sails on a boat A tall structure supporting equipment that sends or receives signals
- How is mast pronounced?
- UK /mɑːst/, US /mæst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.