gravel
US /ˈɡræv.əl/
UK /ˈɡræv.əl/
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碎石, 砂礫
a loose aggregation of small water-worn or pounded stones larger than sand but smaller than boulders, often used for paths and roads
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The driveway was covered with fresh gravel.
車道上鋪滿了新碎石。
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We need more gravel for the garden path.
花園小徑需要更多碎石。
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鋪碎石, 用碎石覆蓋
to cover (an area) with gravel
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They decided to gravel the new parking area.
他們決定用碎石鋪設新的停車區。
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The path was carefully graveled to prevent erosion.
小徑被仔細地鋪上碎石以防止侵蝕。