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tube

Pronunciation: [/tuːb/]

Word

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

Context: “object”

(noun) a long, hollow cylinder made of metal, plastic, or other materials. It can be used to transport liquids, gases, or for other purposes like packaging.

Example

She used a tube of toothpaste to brush her teeth this morning.

Example

I couldn't find a clean tube to put my posters in.

Example

Can you pass me the tube of glue?

Context: “transportation”

(noun) a system of trains under the ground in a city. People travel in these trains to get from one place to another quickly.

Example

I took the tube to work this morning.

Example

The tube was delayed for over an hour.

Example

Is the tube station far from here?

How to pronounce tube

Pronunciation: [/tuːb/]

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