chassis

chassis — noun

1. the strong metal structure underneath a vehicle that holds the engine, wheels, a

1.名詞B2
釋義

the strong metal structure underneath a vehicle that holds the engine, wheels, and outer body panels together

例句

The mechanic lifted the car to inspect the chassis for rust damage.

collocation: inspect the chassis

A damaged chassis can make a vehicle unsafe to drive on the road.

noun + be + adjective pattern

同義詞
  • frame

    more general term; 'frame' can refer to any supporting structure

  • underframe

    specifically the lower supporting part of a vehicle

  • skeleton

    metaphorical; highlights the supporting role of the chassis

用法筆記

Frequently appears in automotive repair and safety contexts. Use 'chassis' for the structural frame of a vehicle, not for the outer body panels.

常見錯誤

❌The chassis of the car had a scratch after the accident.
✅The bodywork of the car had a scratch after the accident.
💡'chassis' refers to the structural frame underneath, not the painted outer panels.
❌The car's chassis is made of painted steel panels.
✅The car's chassis is made of welded steel beams.
💡chassis is the internal skeleton, not the body shell.

2. the metal or plastic outer case that protects the electronic parts inside comput

2.名詞B2
釋義

the metal or plastic outer case that protects the electronic parts inside computers, radios, and other similar equipment

例句

The technician removed the chassis to reach the circuit board inside.

collocation: remove the chassis

A metal chassis helps protect sensitive electronic parts from dust and heat.

collocation: metal chassis

同義詞
  • casing

    more general; usually refers to the outer covering only

  • housing

    common in engineering; emphasises the protective function

  • cabinet

    often used for floor-standing equipment like servers or amplifiers

用法筆記

Distinguish from 'case' or 'housing': 'chassis' often includes the internal mounting frame as well as the outer shell of a device.

常見錯誤

❌I dropped my phone and cracked its chassis.
✅I dropped the desktop computer and cracked its chassis.
💡'chassis' is used for larger equipment like computers and servers, not for handheld devices.
❌The laptop's chassis broke when I closed it.
✅The laptop's screen hinge broke when I closed it.
💡'chassis' is the main casing; individual small parts have their own names.