cylinder

• Nom désignant une figure géométrique tridimensionnelle à deux bases circulaires parallèles reliées par une surface courbe, ou un solide de cette forme.

A noun referring to a three-dimensional geometric shape with two parallel circular bases connected by a curved surface, or a solid object of this shape.

1. Geometric shapeB1formal

   A solid geometric figure with two parallel circular bases and a curved surface connecting them.

   Cylindre (géométrie)

   • The volume of a cylinder is calculated using its radius and height.
   • A can of soda is shaped like a cylinder.
   • The teacher drew a cylinder on the board for the geometry lesson.

2. Engine componentB2formaltechnical

   A part of an engine, typically in a car, where fuel is burned to produce power.

   Cylindre de moteur

   • The car's engine has six cylinders.
   • A mechanic checked the cylinder for any damage.
   • The piston moves up and down inside the cylinder.

3. A2formal

   A cylindrical container, often used for storing gases or liquids.

   Conteneur cylindrique pour gaz ou liquide

   • The gas cylinder needs to be refilled.
   • She bought a cylinder of oxygen for the camping trip.
   • The laboratory stores chemicals in metal cylinders.

   Synonymesbottlecanistercontainerdrumtankvessel