净空 (jìng kōng) — clearance, headroom (vertical space under a vehicle or structure)
Definition
Technical term for vertical clearance — the open space under or above a structure, like a bridge or vehicle. Distinct from 空间 (general 'space' or 'room') and 面积 (floor area).
noun
clearanceheadroom (vertical space under a vehicle or structure)
Examples
- 净空，。Zhè liàng chē de jìng kōng hěn gāo, shì hé yuè yě.This car has high ground clearance, suitable for off-roading.
- 净空，。Qiáo xià de jìng kōng zhǐ yǒu liǎng mǐ, dà kǎ chē guò bú qù.The headroom under the bridge is only two meters, so large trucks can't pass.
- 净空。Xiū lù shí yào bǎo zhèng zú gòu de jìng kōng.When building a road, you must ensure sufficient clearance.
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