What does shingle mean?

shingle是什麼意思 - n. 鵝卵石, 木瓦, 招牌

noun

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Small smooth stones found on beaches or riverbanks.

We walked along the shingle beach, enjoying the sound of the pebbles under our feet.

我們沿著礫石沙灘散步，享受著腳下的礫石聲。

R

Thin pieces of wood used as covering for walls or roofs.

The house had old, weathered shingles that needed to be replaced.

這座房子有破舊的木瓦，需要更換。

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A signboard displayed outside a professional's office.

After years of working for others, she decided to open her own practice and hang out her shingle.

為別人工作多年後，她決定開設自己的診所並掛上自己的招牌。