camber

• 名词，指道路等表面的轻微向上凸起或拱形弯曲，也指车辆车轮向内或向外倾斜的角度，用于改善操控性和稳定性。

A noun referring to a slight convexity or upward curve on a surface, such as a road, or the inward or outward tilt of a vehicle's wheels for improved handling and stability.

1. Road curvatureB2formal

   A slight upward curve or convexity on the surface of a road, designed to help water drain off.

   路拱

   • The road was built with a camber to prevent water from pooling.
   • Engineers carefully calculated the camber for the new highway.
   • Proper camber ensures better drainage and safer driving.

   同义词crown

2. Track bankingB2formal

   A slope on a curve of a road or racetrack where the outer edge is higher than the inner edge, to counteract centrifugal force.

   路面倾斜

   • The racetrack's camber allows cars to take corners at high speeds.
   • A steep camber on the turn helps drivers maintain control.
   • The design of the camber is crucial for safety on the track.

   同义词bankbankingcantinclineslopetilt

3. Wheel alignmentC1formal

   The angle of a vehicle's wheels relative to the vertical axis, where the bottom of the wheels are closer together than the top.

   车轮外倾角

   • The mechanic adjusted the camber to improve tire wear.
   • Incorrect camber can cause the car to pull to one side.
   • Proper camber alignment is essential for stable handling.

• 动词，指使表面或结构构件微微弯曲或向上拱起，形成弧形或中凸形状。

A verb meaning to curve or arch slightly, typically referring to a surface or structural element.

1. Curve upward in the middleC1formal

   To shape or bend something so that it arches or curves upward at its center.

   向上拱起

   • The road was designed to camber slightly for better water drainage.
   • Engineers camber the beams to support the roof's weight.
   • The deck of the ship cambers to shed water quickly.

   同义词arcarchbendbowconvexcurvehump