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puncture
UK
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃə/
US
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃɚ/
punctures
pl
UK
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃə/
US
/ˈpʌŋk.tʃɚ/
Translations
The tire had a puncture and needed to be repaired.
Шина имела прокол и нуждалась в ремонте.
The doctor performed a puncture to collect fluid for testing.
Врач провел пункцию, чтобы собрать жидкость для анализа.
Additional translations
Definitions
The tire had a puncture, causing it to slowly deflate.
The doctor performed a puncture to draw blood for testing.
We had two punctures on the motorway and had to wait for roadside assistance.
Synonyms
punctured
Past Simple
punctured
Past Participle
puncturing
Gerund
UK
/ˈpʌŋktʃə/
US
/ˈpʌŋktʃɚ/
Translations
He managed to puncture the tire with a nail.
Ему удалось проколоть шину гвоздем.
The sharp object can easily puncture the balloon.
Острый предмет может легко пробить шарик.
Additional translations
Definitions
He accidentally punctured the tire with a nail.
The unexpected question punctured his confidence during the interview.
UK
/ˈpʌŋktʃə/
US
/ˈpʌŋktʃɚ/
Used mainly attributively (e.g., "puncture repair kit").
Definitions
Cyclists always carry a puncture repair kit.