What does puncture mean?

A small hole made by a sharp object, especially in tyres. Make a small hole in something with a sharp object.

How is puncture pronounced?

UK /ˈpʌŋktʃə/, US /ˈpʌŋktʃər/.

/ˈpʌŋktʃə/ · /ˈpʌŋktʃər/

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刺孔；轮胎扎破

n. A small hole made by a sharp object, especially in tyres.

刺孔；轮胎扎破

v. Make a small hole in something with a sharp object.

刺穿；扎破

A puncture in my bicycle tyre made me late.

我的自行车轮胎被扎破了，害得我迟到了。

Sharp debris on poorly maintained cycle lanes can puncture tyres and discourage residents from cycling to work.

维护不善的自行车道上的尖锐碎屑可能扎破轮胎，使居民不愿骑车上班。

英式英语说get a puncture；美式常说get a flat。

What does puncture mean?: A small hole made by a sharp object, especially in tyres. Make a small hole in something with a sharp object.
How is puncture pronounced?: UK /ˈpʌŋktʃə/, US /ˈpʌŋktʃər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.