Cylinder
01
圆柱体, 圆柱形
(geometry) a solid or hollow shape with two circular bases at each end and straight parallel sides
例子
The glass on the table was in the shape of a tall, slender cylinder.
桌子上的玻璃杯是一个高而细的圆柱体形状。
The industrial containers were large cylinders, perfect for storing liquids.
工业容器是大型圆柱体，非常适合储存液体。
02
a chamber in an engine in which a piston moves
例子
The car 's engine has four cylinders.
He inspected the cylinder for wear and tear.
03
a cylindrical container used for storing gases like oxygen or compressed air
例子
The diver carried an oxygen cylinder on his back.
The lab stored nitrogen in a large cylinder.
