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Meaning
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Noun
The metal outer circular edge of a wheel that holds the tire in place and provides structural support.
vi Anh ấy đang lau chùi cái niền xe cho thật sạch.
en He is cleaning the wheel rim thoroughly.
A circular band made of metal or wood used to hold together the staves of a barrel or cask.
vi Những cái niền gỗ giữ cho thùng rượu được chắc chắn.
en The wooden hoops keep the wine barrel secure.
Verb
The act of tying or securing something tightly using a rope, band, or hoop to keep parts together.
vi Bạn cần niền chặt cái thùng này trước khi vận chuyển.
en You need to bind this crate tightly before transport.
(old use) To lock a wrongdoer's feet or hands in a wooden frame as a punishment, to hold and shame them.
vi Ngày xưa, người phạm tội thường bị niền chân vào khung gỗ.
en In the past, criminals were often put in stocks.