篷
awning; sail
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
awning; canopy; shelter
Often used in colloquial speech with the diminutive suffix 儿, refers to foldable or detachable coverings for vehicles or vessels.
The boat's awning was puffed up by the wind.
This convertible car is perfect for a joy ride.
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We set up a tent when we went camping.
Please pull back the awning to let the sunlight in.
A vendor set up a stall awning by the roadside to sell fruit.
noun
sail (of a boat)
formalLiterary and formal term for boat sail, often used in traditional sailing contexts.
The fishermen hoisted their sails to prepare for sailing out to sea.
The wind picked up, quickly raise the sail!
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The sails on the ancient boat glinted in the sunlight.
It's very difficult to hoist the sail when facing headwinds.
The sailcloth of this sailing boat was torn by the sea breeze.