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tubes

Pronunciation: [tjuːbz]

Word

Learn how to use tubes in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “objects”

(noun) a tube is a long, hollow object that can be used for holding or moving things. Think of it like a straw or a roll of paper. Sometimes, tubes can be made from plastic, metal, or paper.

Example

I used a tube to squeeze the toothpaste out onto my toothbrush.

Example

There were no tubes left in the craft supplies; we need to buy more.

Example

What kind of tubes do we need for the project?

Context: “transport”

(noun) the Tube is a subway system in London, used for traveling quickly around the city. It's like a train that goes underground to help people get from one place to another.

Example

We took the Tube to get to the museum quickly.

Example

We didn't take the Tube because it was not working that day.

Example

Which line of the Tube should we take to reach the airport?

Context: “action”

(verb) to tube means to put something into a tube or to use a tube for a specific purpose. It's like using a straw to drink your juice.

Example

They decided to tube the candy into small bags for the party.

Example

We couldn't tube the paint because the nozzle was clogged.

Example

Can you tube the smoothies into those cups?

How to pronounce tubes

Pronunciation: [tjuːbz]

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