Definitions
n. A passage built underground or through a hill.
隧道；地下通道
v. To dig a passage underground or through something.
挖隧道
Example
The train entered a dark tunnel beneath the hill.
火车驶入了山下的一条漆黑隧道。
Building a tunnel under the river could reduce traffic congestion and improve connections between neighbouring districts.
在河底修建隧道可以缓解交通拥堵，并改善相邻区域之间的交通联系。
Collocations
- railway tunnel
- dig a tunnel
- tunnel through
Word family
- tunnelling (n.)
Usage tip
介词 through 常表示从隧道内部穿过。
FAQ
- What does tunnel mean?
- A passage built underground or through a hill. To dig a passage underground or through something.
- How is tunnel pronounced?
- UK /ˈtʌnəl/, US /ˈtʌnəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
