tentacle
/ˈtentəkl/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6248 in the learning path
触手；触须
Definitions
n. a long flexible animal part used for touching or grasping
触手；触须
Example
The octopus wrapped a tentacle around a small shell.
章鱼用一条触手缠住了一枚小贝壳。
Each tentacle helps the octopus explore its surroundings and capture food in complex marine habitats.
每条触手都帮助章鱼探索周围环境，并在复杂的海洋栖息地中捕食。
Collocations
- a long tentacle
- octopus tentacles
- extend a tentacle
Usage tip
章鱼、水母的触手用tentacle；昆虫触角用antenna。
FAQ
- What does tentacle mean?
- a long flexible animal part used for touching or grasping
- How is tentacle pronounced?
- UK /ˈtentəkl/, US /ˈtentəkl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
