clun
ker
复数形式
clunkers
1
破车, 老爷车
an old car that is in poor condition and often unreliable
A clunker is an old, worn-out vehicle that is in poor condition. These cars are often unreliable, with mechanical problems and visible signs of wear. While they may still run, clunkers are usually not considered safe or efficient, and they are often close to being unusable. The term is sometimes used humorously or as a way to refer to a car that is no longer worth repairing or maintaining. People often drive clunkers when they are on a tight budget or just need a vehicle for short-term use.
- He drove a clunker to work every day, its engine coughing and sputtering along the way.
他每天开着一辆破车去上班，发动机在路上咳嗽和噼啪作响。
- The family finally decided to sell their clunker after it broke down for the third time in a month.
这家人最终决定卖掉他们的破车，因为它在一个月内第三次抛锚了。
- She bought a used bicycle to replace her clunker, which was costing too much in repairs.
她买了一辆二手自行车来替换她那辆修理费太高的破车。
- The mechanic shook his head sadly as he examined the clunker, noting the extensive rust and worn-out tires.
机械师悲伤地摇了摇头，他检查了这辆破车，注意到大面积的锈蚀和磨损的轮胎。
- Despite its age, the clunker held sentimental value for him because it was his first car.
尽管年代久远，那辆破车对他有情感价值，因为那是他的第一辆车。