请输入您要查询的英文单词：

　

单词 ovalize
释义

Definition of ovalize in English:

ovalize

(also ovalise)
verb ˈəʊvəlʌɪzˈəʊv(ə)lʌɪz

  • with object To make oval in shape; specifically to make the metal tubes of the frame of a bicycle oval in cross-section for extra rigidity. Also without object: to become oval in shape.

Origin

Early 20th century. From oval + -ize. Compare French ovaliser.

Definition of ovalize in US English:

ovalize

(also ovalise)
verb

  • with object To make oval in shape; specifically to make the metal tubes of the frame of a bicycle oval in cross-section for extra rigidity. Also without object: to become oval in shape.

Origin

Early 20th century. From oval + -ize. Compare French ovaliser.
随便看

　

英汉双解词典包含464360条英汉词条，基本涵盖了全部常用单词的翻译及用法，是英语学习的有利工具。

　

Copyright © 2004-2022 Newdu.com All Rights Reserved
更新时间：2024/12/26 13:21:44