pneumatic
/njuːˈmætɪk/ · /nuːˈmætɪk/
CEFR level C2Topic TechnologyWord #7190 in the learning path
气动的；充气的
Definitions
adj. operated by compressed air or filled with air
气动的；充气的
Example
Workers used a pneumatic drill to break the pavement.
工人用风钻凿开路面。
Pneumatic systems are widely used in manufacturing because compressed air can power tools safely and efficiently.
气动系统广泛用于制造业，因为压缩空气能安全高效地驱动工具。
Collocations
- a pneumatic drill
- pneumatic tyres
- a pneumatic system
Word family
- pneumatically (adv.)
- pneumatics (n.)
Usage tip
词首p不发音；常指靠压缩空气驱动的设备。
FAQ
- What does pneumatic mean?
- operated by compressed air or filled with air
- How is pneumatic pronounced?
- UK /njuːˈmætɪk/, US /nuːˈmætɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
