| 释义 |
pull·man
I. \ˈpu̇lmən\ noun
(-s)
Usage: often capitalized
Etymology: after George M. Pullman died 1897 American inventor
: a railroad passenger car with specially comfortable furnishings for day or especially for night travel — used originally of a parlor or sleeping car operated by a particular manufacturer
II. adjective
1. : of, relating to, or suitable for use in a pullman
< pullman ticket >
< pullman case >
2. : designed for compactness and efficiency
< pullman kitchen >
III. noun
Usage: often capitalized
: a large suitcase
IV. adjective
Usage: sometimes capitalized
: being long and square-shaped
< a pullman loaf of bread > |