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tyre

UK
/ˈtaɪə/
US
/ˈtaɪər/

Translations

tyrenoun
tyres
pl
UK
/ˈtaɪə/
US
/ˈtaɪər/
The car needs a new tyre because the old one is worn out.
La voiture a besoin d'un pneu neuf parce que l'ancien est usé.
Additional translations
bandageRoulement de roue, surtout pour une roue en bois ou en métal.
Synonyms
tire
wheel cover
rubber
tyreadjective
UK
/ˈtaɪə/
US
/ˈtaɪr/
Used attributively in combinations such as 'tyre pressure', 'tyre tread'; not normally gradable.
pneumatiqueEmploi attributif.
The mechanic checked the tyre pressure before the long journey.
Le mécanicien a vérifié la pression pneumatique avant le long voyage.

Definitions

tyrenoun
A rubber covering, typically inflated or surrounding an inflated inner tube, placed around a wheel to form a soft contact with the road.
The car needs a new tyre because the old one is worn out.
A metal hoop fitted around a wooden or metal wheel to strengthen it, especially on carts or locomotives.
The blacksmith heated the iron tyre before shrinking it onto the wooden wheel.
tyreadjective
Relating to or designed for tyres.
The mechanic checked the tyre pressure before the long journey.
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