Definitions
v. To pull a vehicle or boat using another vehicle.
拖；牵引
n. The act of pulling a vehicle or boat.
拖曳；牵引
Example
A truck towed our broken car to the garage.
一辆卡车把我们出故障的汽车拖到了修理厂。
Local authorities may tow illegally parked vehicles to keep emergency access routes clear in crowded urban areas.
地方当局可能会拖走违停车辆，以保持拥挤城区的应急通道畅通。
Collocations
- tow a car
- tow truck
- take in tow
- give someone a tow
Word family
- towing (n.)
- towbar (n.)
Synonyms
- pull
- haul
Usage tip
强调车辆或船只牵引；tow away常指拖走违停车辆。
FAQ
- What does tow mean?
- To pull a vehicle or boat using another vehicle. The act of pulling a vehicle or boat.
- How is tow pronounced?
- UK /təʊ/, US /toʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
