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tonneau

/tuh-noh/US // tʌˈnoʊ //UK // (ˈtɒnəʊ) //

木桶,桶,桶装,筒子

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    plural ton·neaus, ton·neaux [tuh-nohz]. /tʌˈnoʊz/.

    • : a rear part or compartment of an automobile body, containing seats for passengers.
    • : a complete automobile body having such a rear part.
    • : a waterproof cover, generally of canvas or vinyl, that can be fastened over the cockpit of a roadster or convertible to protect the interior.

Examples

  • The fleshy woman climbed into the tonneau and held the still shrieking girl.

  • There was a crash, and they found themselves in the bottom of the tonneau.

  • He was jolted considerably, although no particular damage was done, and got into the tonneau with a wild scramble.

  • Thoughtfully he tossed the two bundles of laundry into the tonneau, walked around in front and opened the bonnet.

  • Getting into the tonneau, Matt searched for something that would offer a clue to the mystery.