Word · Frequency #31004
carb
/kɑːb/
noun
通气孔
the hole on a pipe that is covered and opened to control the inflow of air
- 1.
The hole on a pipe which is covered and opened to control the inflow of air.
烟斗上的小孔,用于控制空气流入
烟斗上的小孔,用于控制空气流入；汽化器
In use
To get a better draw, he covered the carb with his thumb and then released it.
She cleaned the carb with a small pipe cleaner so that air could flow freely.
If you cover the carb too long, the flame may go out.
Connections
Word family
- carbs
- plural, third person singular
Learner notes
Grammar Note
Informal shortening of carbohydrate; usually used in plural form 'carbs'.
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