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wall plate

/ˈwɔːl pleɪt/

翻译: 安装在墙上的扁平(通常为矩形)面板,通常由金属或塑料制成,用于遮盖电源插座、开关或接线盒,起到保护和美观的作用。

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/ˈwɔːl pleɪt/B2formaltechnical
  • zh安装在墙上的扁平(通常为矩形)面板,通常由金属或塑料制成,用于遮盖电源插座、开关或接线盒,起到保护和美观的作用。

A flat, often rectangular piece of material, typically metal or plastic, that is mounted on a wall to cover an electrical outlet, switch, or junction box, providing protection and a finished appearance.

  1. Structural support beamC1formal

    A horizontal timber or metal beam fixed along the top of a wall to support the ends of rafters or joists.

    zh墙顶梁

    • The carpenter secured the rafters to the wall plate with metal brackets.
    • A properly installed wall plate distributes the roof load evenly.
    • The building inspector checked the condition of the wall plate for signs of rot.
  2. Electrical outlet coverB2informal

    A flat plate that covers an electrical switch or socket outlet, typically made of plastic or metal.

    zh开关/插座面板

    • He replaced the old white wall plate with a modern stainless steel one.
    • The wall plate around the light switch was cracked and needed changing.
    • Make sure the wall plate is flush against the wall for safety.