Hinges Meaning in English
word · lemma: hinge
释义
Hinges are metal or plastic pieces that connect two parts, like a door and its frame, and allow them to swing open or closed.
用法与细微差别
Usually used in the plural as 'hinges' for doors, cabinets, or windows. Can be used figuratively in expressions like 'it hinges on' but most often refers to the physical joint. Do not confuse with 'hinge' when referring to a single piece.
Spanish: bisagrasPortuguese (BR): dobradiçasPortuguese (PT): dobradiçasChinese (Simplified): 铰链Chinese (Traditional): 鉸鏈Hindi: कब्जेArabic: مفصلاتBengali: জঙ্গ - কবজাRussian: петлиJapanese: 蝶番（ちょうつがい）Vietnamese: bản lềKorean: 경첩Turkish: menteşeUrdu: قبضےIndonesian: engsel
例句
The door hinges are rusty and make a noise.
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The cabinet’s hinges are loose.
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Please oil the hinges so the gate will open smoothly.
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The old hinges creaked every time someone opened the window.
natural
You’ll need to unscrew the hinges before removing the door.
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Without the hinges, the door would just fall off the frame.
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