垫圈
to pad; to cushion; to pay temporarily
Meanings
4 senses · 10 examplesverb
to put down dry soil, straw, etc., in an animal pen; to bed down
technicalAn agricultural term, specifically for preparing bedding in a livestock enclosure.
You need to put down some fresh straw in the cattle pen in the evening.
Bedding down the pen is an important step in animal husbandry.
noun
washer (a thin, flat metal ring used between a fastener and a nut)
technicalA mechanical or hardware part. The diminutive '儿' is common in spoken Mandarin.
This bolt needs a washer to go with it.
Flat washers and spring washers serve different purposes.
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Don't forget to add a washer during installation.
verb
to put something underneath to raise, level, or cushion; to pad
A very common, general-purpose verb for cushioning, lifting, or supporting something with an object placed underneath.
The table leg is uneven, use a piece of wood to prop it up.
Put a cushion on the chair to sit more comfortably.
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He put a book under the monitor to adjust its height.
verb
to pay money for someone temporarily; to advance money
informalCommon in everyday financial situations among friends or colleagues.
I forgot my wallet, could you cover my meal for now?
He advanced the preliminary costs for the company project.