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puncture
/ˈpʌŋktʃə/
noun
przebicie
Also
dziura(f)
Definition
A small hole in a tyre or other inflatable object, caused by a sharp object.
Examples
I got a puncture on my bike tyre on the way to work.
Złapałem przebicie w oponie roweru w drodze do pracy.
The nail caused a small puncture in the inflatable boat.
Gwóźdź spowodował małą dziurę w pontonie.
Synonyms
Collocations
flat tyretyre puncturerepair a puncture
verb
przebić
Also
przekłuć
Definition
To make a small hole in something with a sharp object; to suddenly lose confidence or courage.
Examples
He accidentally punctured the balloon with a pin.
Przypadkowo przebił balon szpilką.
The news of the scandal punctured his reputation.
Wiadomość o skandalu przebiła jego reputację.
Collocations
puncture a tyrepuncture a lungpuncture a balloon
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