gas tank
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油箱, 燃料箱
the container that holds the fuel for a vehicle
A gas tank is a container in a vehicle used to store fuel, such as gasoline or diesel, that powers the engine. It is usually located beneath the vehicle, either at the rear or sometimes under the front. The gas tank holds the fuel until it is needed by the engine to run the vehicle. It is designed to safely store fuel and prevent leaks, with a cap that seals the opening to avoid spillage and keep the fuel secure. The size of the gas tank determines how far a vehicle can travel before needing to refuel.
- He filled the gas tank before the long trip.
他在长途旅行前加满了油箱。
- They replaced the old gas tank with a new one.
他们把旧的油箱换成了新的。
- She smelled gasoline and suspected a leak in the gas tank.
她闻到了汽油味，怀疑油箱有泄漏。
- The gas tank had a capacity of 15 gallons.
油箱的容量为15加仑。
- The gas tank was located under the rear seat.
油箱位于后座下方。