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    Cilindros (en. Cylinders)

    /θiˈlindɾos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Three-dimensional body with two circular bases at its ends.
    The water tank is shaped like a cylinder.
    El tanque de agua tiene forma de cilindro.
    Element of a machine that performs a circular motion.
    The engine uses cylinders to generate power.
    El motor utiliza cilindros para generar energía.
    Axis that allows the passage of a piston in an engine.
    The engine's cylinder heated up during operation.
    El cilindro del motor se calentó durante el funcionamiento.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'kylindros', which means 'roller'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    exhaust cylinders
    Pipes that direct the gases from an engine to the outside.
    cilindros de escape
    hydraulic cylinders
    Devices that use fluids to generate force.
    cilindros hidráulicos

    Related Words

    cylinder
    Singular noun referring to a cylinder or a similar shape.
    cilindro
    piston
    Moving element inside a cylinder, used in engines.
    pistón
    tube
    Hollow cylindrical body.
    tubo

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term for referring to canned drinks.
    We're going to buy some cylinders for the party.
    Vamos a comprar unos cilindros para la fiesta.
    Referring to a tall and thin person.
    That guy is a cylinder.
    Ese tipo es un cilindro.