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tube

/tjuːb/ · /tuːb/

CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #1889 in the learning path

管;管子

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Definitions

n. a long, hollow object that carries liquids or gases

管;管子

n. a soft container squeezed to release paste or cream

软管容器

n. the underground railway system in London

伦敦地铁

Example

Water flowed through a clear tube into the tank.

水通过一根透明管子流进了水箱。

Taking the tube instead of driving can help commuters avoid congestion in central London.

乘地铁而不是开车可以帮助通勤者避开伦敦市中心的交通拥堵。

Collocations

  • a tube of toothpaste
  • a plastic tube
  • take the tube

Word family

  • tubular (adj.)

Usage tip

the tube特指伦敦地铁;一管牙膏用a tube of。

FAQ

What does tube mean?
a long, hollow object that carries liquids or gases a soft container squeezed to release paste or cream the underground railway system in London
How is tube pronounced?
UK /tjuːb/, US /tuːb/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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