
Definitions
v. To twist and squeeze something, especially to remove liquid.
拧;绞;榨出
Example
Wring out the wet towel before hanging it up.
把湿毛巾拧干后再挂起来。
Where washing machines are unavailable, residents must wring out heavy clothes by hand after washing.
在没有洗衣机的地方,居民洗完厚重衣物后必须用手拧干。
Collocations
- wring out a towel
- wring your hands
- wring water from clothes
Synonyms
- twist
- squeeze
Usage tip
过去式和过去分词均为wrung;拧干常用wring out。
FAQ
- What does wring mean?
- To twist and squeeze something, especially to remove liquid.
- How is wring pronounced?
- UK /rɪŋ/, US /rɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.