What does swerve mean?

To change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something. A sudden change of direction by a vehicle or person.

swerve

/swɜːv/ · /swɝːv/

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突然转向；急转弯

v. To change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something.

突然转向；急转弯

n. A sudden change of direction by a vehicle or person.

突然转向；急转弯

The cyclist swerved to avoid a branch on the road.

骑车人突然转向，避开了路上的树枝。

Poorly maintained roads may force drivers to swerve unexpectedly, increasing the risk of collisions with other vehicles.

养护不善的道路可能迫使司机突然转向，增加与其他车辆相撞的风险。

强调突然改变方向；普通转弯通常用turn。

What does swerve mean?: To change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something. A sudden change of direction by a vehicle or person.
How is swerve pronounced?: UK /swɜːv/, US /swɝːv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.