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bulbs

Pronunciation: [bʌlbz]

Word

Learn how to use bulbs in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “plants”

(noun) a bulb is a part of some plants that stores food underground. It looks like a round, enclosed structure and can grow into flowers or other plants. After planting a bulb in the soil, it can grow into a beautiful flower.

Example

I planted tulip bulbs in the garden last fall, and they are blooming beautifully now.

Example

The bulbs I planted did not grow at all this season.

Example

What types of bulbs can we plant in spring?

Context: “lighting”

(noun) a bulb is a round object that produces light when electricity flows through it. You usually find these in lamps and ceilings, and they can be different shapes and sizes, like the light bulbs in your home.

Example

We replaced the old bulbs with energy-efficient ones that save electricity.

Example

The light bulb burned out, so the room is dark now.

Example

How many bulbs do we need for the new lamp?

How to pronounce bulbs

Pronunciation: [bʌlbz]

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