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| 释义 | theUK:*before a consonant: /ˈðə/, before a vowel: /ˈðiː/US:/stressed ði; unstressed before a consonant ðə, unstressed before a vowel ði/US:(stressed ᵺē; unstressed before a consonant ᵺə; unstressed before a vowel ᵺē)UK-RP:UK-Yorkshire:Irish:Scottish:US Southern:Jamaican: 主要翻译 the def art (before a noun) (表示特指)[定冠词，用于名词前]； (表示泛指)[定冠词，用于名词前]The boy went for a walk.The cats were all meowing loudly.那男孩去散步了。猫全都大声喵喵叫起来。usage: basic usesThe is called the definite article. You use the at the beginning of a noun phrase to refer to someone or something that has already been mentioned or that is already known to the hearer or reader.A man and a woman were walking on the beach. The man wore shorts, a T-shirt, and sandals. The woman wore a bright dress. You can add a prepositional phrase or a relative clause when you need to show which person or thing you are talking about.I've no idea about the geography of Scotland.That is a different man to the man that I knew.You use the with a singular noun to refer to something of which there is only one.They all sat in the sun.The sky was a brilliant blue. the def art (before a proper noun)[用在专有名词前]I am part of the Catholic Church.我是天主教会的一员。 the def art (for [sth] unique)[用在独一无二的事物前]The moon is shining brightly tonight.今夜，月亮闪闪放光。 the def art (with a title)[用在头衔前]The reporter asked the President a question.记者问了总统一个问题。 the def art (with superlative)[用在形容词或副词的最高级前]That was the easiest test.那是最简单的一场测试。 the def art (with singular, used collectively)[用在单数名词前表示一类事物]Does the newspaper have a future place in society?未来，报纸在社会中还有一席之地么？ the def art (for one of many)[用于某个特定事物前]The wild blueberry capital of the US is Maine.美国的野生蓝莓的圣地是缅因州。 the def art (turns adj into plural noun)[用于将形容词转化为复数名词]I am interested in the poor.我对穷人感兴趣。 其他翻译 the def art (for part of the body)[用在身体的一部分前]This hat is best worn over the brow.佩戴这顶帽子时，最好别让它遮住眉毛。 the def art (sufficient)足够的；充足的When I have the money, I'll buy you a diamond.等我有了足够的钱，我就给你买钻戒。 the def art plural (before family name)[用在姓氏前面]The Simpsons are a famous fictional family.辛普森一家是家喻户晓的虚构家庭。 the def art usually stressed (best, only)[表示最好的或唯一的]Angelina is the place to go for hot chocolate in Paris.在巴黎，安杰丽娜是喝热巧克力的最好去处。 动词短语talk [sth] away vtr phrasal sep (spend hours, day, night, etc. talking)成天聊；不断地说复合形式： the 411 n US, informal (information)信息 A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. expr (Don't risk what you have.) (谚语)一鸟在手胜于二鸟在林I'm told I can do better if I keep looking for opportunities, but I'll stay at this job for now; after all, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. a chip off the old block n informal, figurative (person: like parent) (非正式用语)外表或性格酷似其父母中一个的人He'll be a womanizer just like his father; he's a chip off the old block. a drop in the bucket n US, informal, figurative (amount: trivial) (非正式用语)九牛一毛，沧海一栗The U.S. needs to redevelop passenger rail; Amtrak funding is just a drop in the bucket. a drop in the bucket n US, informal, figurative ([sth]: inconsequential)杯水车薪 a drop in the ocean (UK), a drop in the bucket (US) n UK, figurative, informal (amount: trivial)沧海一栗The money I give to charity is a drop in the ocean compared to some people. a drop in the ocean n UK, figurative, informal ([sth]: inconsequential)微不足道, 无足轻重 a night out on the town n (evening at bar, party)夜间派对After I got my promotion, my friends and I went for a night out on the town to celebrate. a piece of the action n informal (involvement, participation)参与其中；从中获利If I'm to help you, I want a piece of the action. a roll in the hay n figurative, informal (sexual intercourse) (比喻发生性关系)滚床单 a thing of the past n informal ([sth] obsolete)过去的事情 a thing of the past n informal ([sth] no longer a problem)不再是问题 a word to the wise n colloquial (giving warning, advice) (口语)明白人用不着多说，聪明人一点就明白A word to the wise: do not visit this neighborhood alone after dark. the AA n US, initialism (Alcoholics Anonymous)匿名戒酒互助社，酒鬼互戒协会If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you should join the AA.如果你认为自己有酗酒问题，你应该去参加匿名戒酒互助会 AA, the AA n UK, initialism (Automobile Association)汽车协会，汽车联盟If your car breaks down and you're a member of the AA, phone them and they'll come and rescue you.如果你的车坏了，但你是汽车协会的会员，那你可以打电话给该协会，他们会前来救援你。 the AAA n UK, initialism (Amateur Athletic Association)业余体育协会 the AAA n AU, initialism (Australian Automobile Association)澳大利亚汽车协会；澳洲汽车协会备注: Roadside assistance companyMy car died; do you have the number for the AAA?我的车熄火了。你有澳大利亚汽车协会的电话吗？ the able-bodied npl (not physically disabled)健全人People with disabilities enjoy sports as much as the able-bodied do. the above n (preceding text)上文Heavy snowfall overnight has left the road impassable. In light of the above, we have decided to close the office.彻夜的大雪让道路无法通行。鉴于上文所述情形，我们决定关闭办公室。 above and beyond the call of duty, beyond the call of duty expr (more than required)超出职责范围；超越工作要求He was honored for performing above and beyond the call of duty. above the law adj (not legally accountable)凌驾于法律之上的，不受法律约束的Many politicians think that they are above the law, and should not be punished for any wrongdoing. above-the-line adj figurative (of current expenses)线上项目的，经常预算的 above-the-line adj figurative (advertising: in mass media) (广告业：大众传媒)线上的 above the line expr figurative (of current expenses)线上项目，经常预算 above the line expr figurative (advertising: in mass media) (广告业：大众传媒)线上 (the) Abrahamic religions npl (Judaism, Christianity, Islam)亚伯拉罕诸教；亚伯拉罕宗教 Absence makes the heart grow fonder expr (miss [sb] more)小别胜新婚 absorb the shock v expr (soften a physical impact) (本义)减缓…的冲击，减轻…造成的震动Egg boxes absorb the shock of shipping so the eggs don't crack. The pile of pillows would absorb the shock from the fall.蛋盒能减缓运送过程中的震动，保证鸡蛋不破。这堆枕头能减缓下落带来的冲击。 absorb the shock v expr figurative (take in bad news) (坏消息等)减轻...冲击The telephone fell from her hand as she tried to absorb the shock of her father's death. I gave him a moment to absorb the shock from the bad news.当她试着从她父亲去世的消息中缓过来的时后，电话从她手中滑落了。我给了他时间来从这个坏消息中缓过来。 absorb the shock v expr figurative (lessen a financial burden) (比喻)减轻经济负担，减轻经济上的冲击My pension fund took a beating in the stock market crash, but at least I had bank certificates to absorb the shock. the absurd n literary (existentialist theme) (书面语)荒诞，荒诞主义The absurd became popular in literature in the early 20th century. the academy n US (community of scholars)学会；学术协会 accede to the throne v expr formal (become king, queen)继承王位 accept the responsibility v expr (be willing to take on duties)承担责任She accepted the responsibility of planning the office Christmas party. according to the agreement expr (by the terms of the agreement)根据协议According to the agreement, the buyer will purchase all the product that the seller can produce. according to the contract expr (by the terms of the contract)根据合同；根据合同条款According to the contract you may take three days of bereavement leave for your uncle's funeral, but only one for your nephew's. according to the letter expr (according to law)严格地根据法律；严格依法These laws are no longer obeyed according to the letter. according to the letter expr (word for word)根据字面意思Calvin interprets the biblical text according to the letter.卡尔文根据字面意思解读圣经经文。 according to the rules expr (by the rules)根据规则；根据规定According to the rules, he had to be taken off the field. ace in the hole n figurative, slang (asset, trump)杀手锏；最后王牌Gloria's ace in the hole is her fantastic singing voice. ace in the hole n figurative, slang (hidden advantage)秘密武器，暗藏的王牌The manager decided it was time to reveal his ace in the hole, and brought on striker Wayne Rooney. the acquitted n (person pronounced not guilty)宣判无罪的人The acquitted left the courtroom. the Acropolis n (citadel in Athens)雅典卫城 across the board adv (globally, universally)全面；整体 across the world adv (all over the Earth)全世界；世界各地It sure would be nice if peace broke out across the world for a change. across-the-board adj (global, universal)全面的；全盘的Across-the-board tax increases hurt the poor far more than the rich. act in the interests of [sb/sth] vtr (act to protect or help)为了…的利益而采取行动An attorney will always act in the best interests of her client. Acts of the Apostles npl (Bible: New Testament book)使徒行传For the second reading, the Lector read from the Acts of the Apostles. add fuel to the fire v expr figurative (exacerbate the issue)火上浇油Shouting at angry pupils is only likely to add fuel to the fire. the Adriatic n (region)亚得里亚海地区 the Adriatic n (ocean)亚得里亚海 the Adriatic Sea n (body of water east of Italy) (意大利东部水域)亚得里亚海 the advent of [sth] n (arrival)到来The advent of spring always gets me excited about gardening.春天的到来总能让我对园艺工作充满热情。 the Aegean, the Aegean Islands n (Greek, Turkish islands)爱琴海群岛 the Aegean Sea n (part of Mediterranean Sea) (地中海的一部分)爱琴海 the Aeneid n (epic poem) (古罗马史诗)埃涅伊德 affair of the heart n (love affair, romantic involvement)恋爱事件；风流韵事Romance novels describe affairs of the heart. afraid of the dark adj (scared of darkness)怕黑的She kept a nightlight on because she was afraid of the dark. after the fact expr (afterwards)事后He had no knowledge of the robbery until after the fact. after the fact expr (added after concluded)事后的Conditions added to a contract after the fact are invalid unless both parties agree to them. against the clock adv (under pressure of time)抢时间；争分夺秒It's seems as though I am always working against the clock! These deadlines are ridiculous. against the flow adv (opposite the current)逆流而上She set her kayak against the flow and began to paddle upstream. against the flow adv (against general movement)向相反方向As the crowd of lemmings moved toward the cliff, a single animal went against the flow, heading back to the tundra. against the flow adv figurative (contrary to conventional opinion)非常规；不同于传统观点All my friends are going to college next year, but I'm going against the flow and attending a technical school. against the law adj (illegal)违法的Smoking marijuana is against the law. against the law adv (illegally)违法He was driving against the law as he had just guzzled down seven pints of beer. the aged npl (elderly people)老年人；老人们She hates being referred to as 'one of the aged'.她讨厌被称为“一位老人”。 the agentive n (grammar: agentive case) (语法)施事格 ague, the ague n archaic (malarial fever)疟疾In the 18th and 19th centuries, many people living in marshy areas contracted the ague.19世纪和20世纪，居住在沼泽地区的许多人都感染了疟疾。 ahead of its time, ahead of the times adj (advanced) (技术等)先进的；超越其时代的，领先于其时代的The company prides itself on bringing products to market that are ahead of their time. ahead of its time, ahead of the times adj (enlightened) (见识、思想等)超越其时代的，开明的This diary reveals that some men in the past were ahead of the times with regard to women's rights.这本日记表明在过去有些男性在女权上的看法已超越了其所处的时代。 ahead of the curve expr figurative (more advanced than others)走在前端；引领潮流 ahead of the game expr informal, figurative (at an advantage)领先的；占优势的Bruce was ahead of the game because he repaired the roof before the rains came. ahead of the game expr informal, figurative (beating competitors)成为赢家；立于不败 Air Force, the Air Force n US (USAF: United States Air Force)美国空军Dan is a pilot in the Air Force.丹是美国空军的飞行员。 Air Force, the Air Force n UK (RAF: Royal Air Force)空军Ian joined the Air Force as soon as he was old enough.伊恩一到参军年龄就加入了空军。 the Airborne n US (US military group)美国空降部队Brian intends to be a career officer in the Airborne.布莱恩想成为美国空降部队的军官。 the Algonquian npl (native American peoples) (北美印第安人一支)阿尔衮琴人 all over the map expr figurative, informal (changeable) (非正式用语)善变的；反复无常的After her father died, her emotions were all over the map. all over the map expr informal (in many places)到处都是；各处都是When he looked up the nearest ATM, they came up all over the map. all over the place expr informal (in many places)到处都是；各处都是There is dust all over the place; I really need to clean house! all over the place expr figurative, informal (not focused) (非正式用语)精力分散的；分心的I have been very distracted lately; my thoughts are all over the place. all over the world expr (in many countries)全世界；世界各地Santa Claus is known all over the world.全世界都知道圣诞老公公。 all over the world adv figurative (everywhere)到处；四处Luke had searched all over the world, but there was no sign of Naomi.卢克到处搜寻，但是都没有发现内奥美的影子。 All the best, expr written (closing: letter or email) (信件或电子邮件结尾)祝一切顺利，备注: Followed by the writer's name or signature, usually on a separate line.The letter ended, "Please let me know if I can be of any further help. All the best, Simon."这封信结尾写着：“如果您需要帮助，请联系我。祝一切顺利，西蒙。” all the best n (good wishes)万事顺心如意I wish you all the best in your new career.祝愿你的事业一帆风顺。 all the better expr (enhances [sth])更好，更加"Big eyes? All the better to see you with, my dear!" said the wolf to Little Red Riding Hood. all the comforts of home npl (amenities, facilities)各种舒适的设施The hotel room has all the comforts of home. all the days of your life expr (for rest of your life)余生 all the more expr (before adjective or adverb: even more)更加；愈加I'm happy that my sister is getting married, and I'm all the more excited because I'm going to be a bridesmaid.我很高兴我的姐妹要结婚了，让我更高兴地是，因为我将成为伴娘之一。 all the more expr (even more)更加；更为Crying in front of her embarrassed him, but it made her love him all the more.在她面前落泪使他难堪，不过这却让她更加爱他了。 all the more so expr (even more so)更是如此；更加如此You need a strong pair of boots if you go hiking, all the more so now that it's winter. all the rage expr (very popular, in fashion)风行一时Polka dots are all the rage this season. all the same expr (even so)尽管如此…（仍然）Max promised to change, but all the same I decided to end the relationship.麦克斯保证会改，尽管如此我还是决定结束这段关系。 all the time expr (always)一直；始终I help people all the time.我一直在帮助他人。 all the time in the world n figurative (as much time as needed)充裕的时间，足够的时间 all the way expr (the full distance)走到底；整个一路上；从头到尾He has just run a marathon and was barefoot all the way.他刚跑完马拉松，而且全程都是光脚跑。 all the way expr figurative, slang (completely)完全地；彻底地"Which football team do you support?" "Manchester United all the way!"“你支持哪支足球队？”“当然是曼联队咯！” all the way in adv (completely in)全进去；全插进去To get the card to work, you have to put it all the way in. all the way to adv + prep (during the entire journey to)在…的整个行程中；自始自终；一直We had to listen to him snore all the way from New York to Rome. all the way to adv + prep (the full distance to)到…的一路上；整个一路中He sang and danced all the way to school.all the way to adv + prep (emphatic: a long way)不远万里（来到）；千里迢迢（来到）You want me to carry this all the way back to the house?all the while expr (at the same time, meanwhile)同时He said he was working hard at the university but all the while he was going to the race track.all through the night expr (throughout the night)整个晚上；整夜All through the night we could hear the loud music from the floor above.all year round, all the year round adv (throughout the year)全年，整年，一年四季； (口语)一年到头I'd love to live in a climate where I could garden all year round.the Allies npl historical (WWII: anti-German alliance) (二战时)同盟国，反法西斯同盟The Allies coordinated a large-scale invasion in Normandy.反法西斯同盟在诺曼底合作了一次大规模攻势。the Allies npl historical (World War I: anti-German nations) (一次世界大战)协约国In World War I, the Allies fought against the Central Powers.一战期间，协约国对抗同盟国。the Almighty n (God)上帝The Almighty brought plagues to the people of Egypt.上帝给埃及人民带来了灾难。the almighty dollar n figurative (money)金钱；财富Jason's comfortable lifestyle was the result of learning to profit from the almighty dollar.杰森舒适的生活源于学会了钱生钱的道理。along for the ride expr figurative (not be active participant)一路随行；被动跟随My wife is attending the conference in this hotel; I'm just along for the ride.along the length of prep (all along, alongside)沿着She had strung miniature lights along the length of the patio for the party.along the lines of expr (similar to)类似You want purple wallpaper? I was thinking more along the lines of beige.你想要紫色墙纸？我正考虑要类似米白色的。along the side of expr (the length of, beside)在…旁边We built a retaining wall along the side of the terrace.我们在露台边加了一道护墙。along the way adv (over a route)一路上，沿路We're driving to the mountains, but will stop for coffee along the way.我们开车去山区，但沿途将会停车喝下咖啡。along the way adv figurative (in course of events)一直以来，一路上Their marriage has lasted 40 years, with a lot of ups and downs along the way.他们已结婚40年了，一直以来经历许多起起伏伏。the Alps npl (European mountain range)阿尔卑斯山脉The mountain range known as the Alps spans eight countries.名为阿尔卑斯的山脉，横跨八个国家。the alt-right n (right-wing movement)另类右派；另类右翼always on the move adj informal (never still)一直走来走去Sheila is always on the move and never has the time to sit down for a chat.always on the move adj informal (travelling a lot)走南闯北；南来北往Barry is always on move because he has to go on a lot of business trips.the Amazon n (river)亚马孙河The Amazon is a river in South America.亚马孙河是南美洲的一条河流。the Amazon n (rainforest in South America) (南美)亚马逊热带雨林The researcher has been to the Amazon numerous times to document newly discovered species.这位研究人员已数次前往亚马逊热雨林，记录新发现的物种。Ambassador to the United Nations n (international diplomat)驻联合国大使The agressive stance shown during his term as Ambassador to the United Nations hurt his country.the Americas npl (North and South America)美洲The sweet potato is native to the Americas.红薯原产于美洲地区。the Amish npl (North American religious community)阿米什教派and all the rest of it expr informal (etc.) (非正式用语)诸如此类，等等For Christmas dinner we had roast turkey, Brussels sprouts, and all the rest of it.and the like expr (and similar)之类；诸如此类的There are a lot of waterfowl out on the lake—mergansers, geese, coots, and the like.and the rest adv (etc.)诸如此类；等等Elaine wants to be a rich woman living in a mansion with servants, a swimming pool, and the rest.伊莱恩希望成为一名贵妇，住在别墅中，配备仆人和泳池等。and the rest is history expr (what happened is well known) (习语)余下的就众所周知了I met your mum in a bar, and the rest is history!the Andes n (mountains of South America) (南美洲的山脉)安第斯山脉备注: Used with a singular or plural verbThe Andes is the world's longest mountain range.安第斯山脉是世界上最长的山脉。the Annunciation n (announcement of Jesus's conception)天使报喜节；圣母领报节answer the door v expr (open front door to a caller)应门，去开门When the sales lady rang the bell, I didn't answer the door.answer the phone v expr informal, abbreviation (respond to a telephone call)接电话Would you answer the phone for me, please? My hands are all greasy.answer the telephone v expr (respond to a telephone call)接电话I hoped he would answer the telephone, since he was only 3 feet away from it.the Antarctic n (South Pole region)南极Penguins in the Antarctic huddle together to keep out the cold.南极企鹅聚在一起抵御严寒。the Antichrist n (Biblical enemy of Jesus)反对基督的人；反基督者the antichrist, the Antichrist n figurative (evil personified)基督之敌；基督的假想敌the Antilles npl (islands in West Indies) (西印度群岛中之列岛)安地列斯群岛The Antilles are a group of islands in the Caribbean.安地列斯群岛是位于加勒比海的一群小岛。antipode, the Antipodes npl (Australia, New Zealand)澳大利亚和新西兰, 澳新antithesis, the antithesis of [sth] n (exact opposite)对立；对立面The antithesis of beauty is ugliness.美丽的反面是丑陋。the Apennines npl (mountain range in Italy)亚平宁山脉the Apocalypse n (Bible: Revelation) (《圣经》最后一卷, 记录圣约翰关于世界末日的启示)末世The Book of Revelation is also known as the Apocalypse.启示录也被称为末世。the Apocrypha npl (Biblical texts)次经, 外典备注: Used with a singular or plural verbthe Apostles' Creed n (Christian creed)使徒信条；使徒信经the Aragonese n (people of Aragon)阿拉贡人the Archean, the Archaean n (early geological era)太古；太古时期the Arctic n (region near North Pole)北极；北极地区Oil companies are now fighting over the Arctic.石油公司当前正在北极展开竞争。the Ardennes n (region of Belgium) (比利时地区)阿登argue the toss v expr informal, figurative (dispute a decision)作无谓的争执；争论已决定的事情the Armada n (Spanish Armada)无敌舰队the armed forces npl (the military)军队, 部队备注: This term should be capitalized when referring to a specific group, such as the British Armed Forces.Steve joined the armed forces in 1995.be armed to the teeth v expr figurative (have many weapons)武装到了牙齿；全副武装Switzerland is a neutral nation, but is also armed to the teeth to preserve its neutrality.be armed to the teeth with [sth] v expr figurative (be equipped with [sth])用...全副武装around the clock adv (all the time)不分日夜；日以继夜备注: A hyphen is used when the term is an adjectiveThe engineers are working around the clock to get the project finished on time.around-the-clock adj (constant)连续不停地；日夜不断地His mother is very sick and needs around-the-clock care.around the corner adv figurative (in the near future)在不久的将来；在近期It's best to be prepared because you never know what's around the corner.around the corner adv (nearby)在附近A new bakery opened recently around the corner.around the world adv (in many countries)在全球；在全世界The Internet allows people around the world to share information.互联网让全球的人们共享信息。around the world adv (circumnavigating the world)环绕全球Ferdinand Magellan's ship sailed around the world in the 1500s.费迪南德·麦哲伦的船在十六世纪完成了环球航行。the arts npl (visual and performing arts) (总称)艺术Baron Johann Pasqualati was a wealthy patron of the arts.约翰·帕斯夸拉蒂男爵是一位富裕的艺术赞助人。as the case may be adv (whatever the actual situation)看情形而定，视情况而定as the crow flies expr (in a straight line)笔直地As the crow flies, I live only 200 meters from your house.as the next man, as the next woman, as the next person expr (just as much as anyone else)和平常人一样；跟别人一样as the saying goes adv (as is commonly said)老话说得好；如谚语所说As the saying goes, you can't have your cake and eat it, too!正如老话所说，鱼和熊掌不可兼得。as the story goes expr (as has been said)据说As the story goes, Hector was out of town when the bank was robbed.Ascension, the Ascension n (the ascending of Christ to heaven)基督升天According to the New Testament, Jesus's Ascension was witnessed by 11 of his disciples.据《新约全书》记载，耶稣的十一门徒见证了他的飞升。the Ashes npl (England-Australia cricket series) (英格兰和澳洲之间举行的板球系列对抗赛)灰烬杯，骨灰杯备注: 灰烬杯（也译作骨灰杯）是英国和澳大利亚联合举办的一个板球系列赛。The Ashes is a biennial series of cricket matches between England and Australia that dates back to 1882.asleep at the wheel, also US: asleep at the switch adj informal, figurative (not paying attention)心不在焉；走神了I'm sorry; I should have understood what you wanted. I was asleep at the wheel.对不起，我本该明白你想要什么，我当时走神了。an assault on the senses n (overwhelming noise, color, smells)感官冲击A walk through the market is an assault on the senses; there is so much noise and activity.the Assumption n (religious feast day: 15th August) (基督教)圣母升天节the assured n UK (insurance: the insured) (保险)被保险人，受保人The assured will be responsible for filing the appropriate documents.the assured n UK (life insurance: beneficiary) (保险)受益人Under the policy, the assured will receive an amount of $15,000.the asteroid belt n (ring of rocks orbiting the sun) (介于火星和木星轨道之间的小行星密集区域)小行星带The asteroid belt is situated beyond the planet Mars.at most, at the most adv (and no more, not more than)最多，顶多；不超过A newly imported vehicle may be used for three months at most before it becomes liable to tax. It will take 10 minutes at the most.一款新进口的汽车，征税前最多可以使用三个月。它顶多会花十分钟。at the back adv (in, towards the rear)在后面；朝后地We went to the cinema and sat at the back.at the base of prep (at the bottom of)在…的最底部We'll meet at the base of the volcano and hike up together.at the beginning expr (at the starting point)在开头；打头A sentence should have a capital letter at the beginning.句子开头首字母应大写。at the beginning of [sth] expr (at the starting point of)在…的开头；在…伊始In the old days, most of the credits were shown at the beginning of a movie.过去大多数演员表都在电影开头时出现。at the beginning expr (initially, to start with)起初；最初At the beginning, I was mistrustful of John, but I have grown to like and respect him.一开始我并不信任约翰，但现在我开始爱戴和尊重他。at the behest of, at [sb]'s behest expr literary (as ordered by)受...的吩咐；应...的要求at the behest of, at [sb]'s behest expr literary (as strongly requested by)在…的敦促下；在…的强烈要求下The accused man was deported to the UK at the behest of the British government.be at the bottom of [sth] v expr figurative (be the cause of [sth])是…的原因；是造成…的原因Childhood experiences are often at the bottom of adult complexes.be at the bottom of [sth] v expr (be at the lowest part of [sth])在…底部The village is at the bottom of the mountain.at the center of [sth] (US), at the centre of [sth] (UK) prep figurative (focus of controversy, etc.)在...的中心；处于...的核心at the core of [sth] expr figurative (at the center or heart of)在核心；在中心at the crack of dawn expr informal (early in morning)黎明时分；破晓时；一大早I have to get up at the crack of dawn to get to work on time.at the cutting edge adv figurative (at the forefront)在最前沿at the cutting edge of [sth], on the cutting edge of [sth] adv figurative (at the forefront of [sth])走在...的前端；处于...的前沿In 1440 Gutenberg's printing press was at the cutting edge of technology.at the discretion of [sb], at [sb]'s discretion expr (according to [sb]'s judgment)任凭...决定；由...自行裁定at the drop of a hat expr figurative, informal (at the least provocation) (脾气等)一触即发That girl is so emotional, she'll start crying at the drop of a hat.at the earliest adv (and no sooner)最早We may have your order ready by Saturday at the earliest or at the latest, by next Wednesday.at the earliest opportunity expr (as soon as possible)一有机会；尽早Please respond to this letter at the earliest opportunity.at the eleventh hour adv figurative (at the last moment)在最后一刻；关键时刻At the eleventh hour, the supplies reached the starving villagers.at the end adv (at [sth]'s conclusion)在最后；结束时；最终I haven't seen the film yet; don't tell me what happens at the end.我还没看过这部电影，不要告诉我结局。at the end of [sth] expr (at [sth]'s conclusion)在…的最后阶段；在…结束时At the end of the race, the runner fell exhausted to her knees.比赛结束后，赛跑者精疲力尽地跪倒在地。at the end adv (just before death)临死时；临死前At the end, she just sighed and let go of my hand.最后，她只是叹了口气，放开了我的手。at the end of the day expr (in the evening)傍晚时刻，一天结束的时候He went home at the end of the day.他在傍晚时刻回家。at the end of the day expr figurative (ultimately)最终，最后；到头来At the end of the day, there's nothing we can do.到头来，我们也毫无办法。at the end of the earth expr (in a distant place)在天涯海角at the expense of [sb], at [sb]'s expense adv (paid for by [sb] else)由...出钱Faculty can attend the conference at the university's expense.at the expense of [sb], at [sb]'s expense prep figurative (to the detriment of [sb])以损失…为代价Many children make cruel jokes at the expense of other children.at [sb]'s expense prep figurative (to detriment of [sb]) (人)以损伤...为代价，以伤害...为代价at the expense of [sth] prep figurative (to the disadvantage of [sth]) (事)以...为代价；靠牺牲at [sb]'s feet, at the feet of [sb] adv (in front of feet)在某人脚边The pencil was lying at his feet, just where he had dropped it.at [sb]'s feet, at the feet of [sb] adv figurative (worshipping)臣服于某人脚下；让某人崇拜Michael had all of the audience at his feet when he sang his latest hit song.at the first opportunity adv (as soon as possible)一有机会；尽快When I had the chance I did it at the first opportunity.at the forefront, in the forefront adv (in the vanguard)在前沿at the forefront of [sth], in the forefront of [sth] adv (in the vanguard)在…的前沿Yves Saint Laurent was at the forefront of haute couture for years.at the gym adv (using an exercise facility)在健身房I like to take kickboxing classes at the gym.at the hands of [sb], at the hand of [sb], by the hands of [sb], by the hand of [sb] prep (because of)出自某人之手；因为某人的原因Many women die at the hands of their own families for perceived dishonor.at [sb]'s hands, at [sb]'s hand, by [sb]'s hands, by [sb]'s hand prep (because of) (指由于某人行为)因为，由于；于...之手，在...手里at the heart of [sth] prep (at the centre of [sth])在…中央；处于…的核心部分；位于…的中心At the heart of the financial crisis there was a lot of greed.at the helm adv (steering a ship) (航海)掌舵I was glad my father was at the helm during the storm.at the helm adv figurative (in charge)掌权地，掌控全局地After five years, he is now at the helm of his unit.五年后，现在他成为他所在部门的领导人。at the last expr literary (at the end) (书面语)最后；终了at the last minute expr (almost too late)到最后一刻；在最后的时刻；在紧要关头I managed to get tickets to the concert at the last minute. Our babysitter cancelled at the last minute, so we stayed home.at the latest adv (not later)最晚This project needs to be completed by close of business tomorrow at the latest.at the least expr (amount: not less than)至少；最少at the limit adv figurative (at the boundary)到极限；在边缘I am at the limit of my patience.at the mercy of [sth] prep (helpless)在…面前毫无办法；任由…摆布Without fuel the ship's engines failed and the vessel was at the mercy of the violent storm.at the mercy of [sb] prep (dependent)仰赖…的怜悯The child was left at the mercy of his older cousins.at [sb]'s mercy prep (dependent)受...支配；在...的掌握之中at the moment adv (now)在此刻；在那时；当下I'm busy at the moment, but we can talk later.当下我很忙，不过我们可以一会儿聊。at the other end of the spectrum adv (as a complete contrast)另一方面I like opera but at the other end of the spectrum I'm a punk rock fan.at the outside expr (at most)最多；最大限度at the point of expr informal (about to)接近于；濒临；将近Honestly, I am really at the point of showing him the door.at the present time adv (now, currently)目前；现在；当前At the present time, there are many migrating birds here.at the ready adj (available)可用的；已准备就绪的at the rear adv (at the back)在后面；后部地My friends and I like to sit at the rear of the bus.at the request of [sb], at [sb]'s request expr (in response to [sb] asking)应…的要求At the request of the Headteacher, the teachers attended a conference.at the same time adv (simultaneously)同时It was fortunate that we both arrived at the same time.幸运的是我俩同时抵达。at the same time adv (in unison)一起We all screamed for more ice cream at the same time.我们全部一起叫到，还要更多的冰淇淋。at the same time adv figurative (all the same)同时I really like my colleague, but at the same time I wish he'd work harder.at the same time as prep (concurrent)与此同时；当…的时候at the same time that prep (at precise moment)同时；当…时Joey returned home at the same time that Zula was preparing to leave.at the start expr (when [sth] begins)开始时；起初At the start, learning to drive can be difficult.at the stroke of [sth], on the stroke of [sth] prep (at exactly: a given hour)正当...的时候；刚好...的时刻The party ended at the stroke of midnight.at the suggestion of [sb], at [sb]'s suggestion expr (in response to [sb] else's idea)根据…的建议At the suggestion of my neighbor, I went to the library and checked out some good books.at the time adv (back then) (指过去)那时，当时，那段时间At the time, I didn't fully understand what she meant, but I caught on later.当时，我还不能完全明白她的意思，但后来我反应过来了。at the time of expr (when [sth] happened)在...的时候；当...时At the time of his father's death, Bob was living in Italy.at the time when adv (during that period) (过去的某个时间)当…的时候At the time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth, there was no human life.at the top adv (at the highest part or point)在顶端，在顶部When he arrived at the top of the ladder he was able to see the damaged roof.当他爬到梯子的顶端时，便能看到损毁的屋顶。at the top adv figurative, informal (among the greatest achievers)属于佼佼者之列，居于首位地；身居高位He enjoyed his success to begin with, but is now finding out that life can be tough at the top.起初他很享受自己的成功，不过现在又发现身居高位的日子并不好过。at the top adv (mountain: at the summit)在山顶The air was thin at the top of the hill.山顶的空气很稀薄。at the top of your class adj (among the best)一流的；顶尖的He graduated at the top of his class and was accepted to a very good university.at the top of your game expr figurative (performing brilliantly)表现杰出；脱颖而出；鹤立鸡群at the top of your lungs expr (voice: as loud as possible)声嘶力竭地at the vanguard, in the vanguard adv figurative (at the forefront)在前列In terms of technological innovation, the company is definitely marching in the vanguard.at the vanguard of [sth], in the vanguard of [sth] expr figurative (at the forefront of)处于...的前沿This writer is at the vanguard of modern English literature.We've always been in the vanguard of technological innovation.at the very least expr (emphatic: and no less)至少I would offer to pay half the cost, at the very least.at the very least expr (emphatic: as the minimum)至少At the very least you need to call her and say thank you.at the water's edge adv (on the bank or shore)在水边；在岸边We strolled at the water's edge, picking up shells.at the weekends (UK), on the weekends (mainly US) adv (on Saturday or Sunday in given period)在周末；到周末When I lived in France, I worked in Rouen during the week and stayed with friends in Paris at the weekends.at the wheel expr (driving)开车；在驾驶Ernest was at the wheel when a pine tree fell across the road.at the wheel expr figurative (in charge)掌控大局，领导at worst, at the worst adv (imagining worst scenario)在最坏的情况下；最坏At worst, we'll have learnt something from the experience.at [sb]'s beck and call, at the beck and call of [sb] expr (available to serve you at any time)随叫随到I will be at your beck and call.at [sb]'s disposal, as the disposal of [sb/sth] adv (available for your use)供你自由使用；由你自由支配I'll leave the computer at your disposal.我会把电脑留给你，供你自由使用。at [sb]'s disposal, as the disposal of [sb] adv (person: available to serve you)随时为您服务；随时听候您的差遣Once I finish this work I will be at your disposal.一旦我做完这个工作，就随时听候您的差遣。the Atlantic n (Atlantic Ocean)大西洋Cod was once the most common fish in the Atlantic.鳕鱼曾是大西洋最常见的鱼类。the author, the author of [sth] n (person who wrote [sth])作者The author of the book was famous, but nobody recognized him.这本书的作者很有名，但没有人认出他来。the authorities npl (police)警方；警察当局The authorities were called to the scene of the crime.the autism spectrum n (autism: range of conditions)自闭症谱系；自闭症谱系障碍autumn, the autumn n UK, US regional (season: fall)秋；秋季Autumn begins in September in the northern hemisphere.The children go back to school in autumn.北半球的秋季从9月份开始。//孩子们秋季返校。the autumn of your life, your autumn years n figurative (later years of life)暮年；晚年In the autumn of his life, Charles was no longer interested in his former hobbies.avant-garde, the avant-garde n French (arts: forefront, innovative work) (文学、艺术)前卫的，先锋的The avant-garde attempts to push the limits of art to breaking point.avant-garde, the avant-garde n French (innovative artists)先锋派艺术家；前卫派avoid [sb/sth] like the plague v expr informal (stay away from)不惜一切代价避开；无论怎样都要避免Jenny is the most annoying person in the office; I avoid her like the plague.avoid doing [sth] like the plague v expr informal (not do)无论怎样都要避免；想尽一切办法避免Many teenagers avoid cleaning their room like the plague.the Axis n historical (Germany's side in World War II) (第二次世界大战)轴心国The Axis were one of the main powers in World War II.轴心国是第二次世界大战的主力之一。the azure n (blue sky)蓝天；碧空The philosopher stared up at the azure as he contemplated the meaning of life.哲学家边凝视着蓝天，边思考着人生的意义。babe in the woods n figurative, often plural (innocent, naive person)天真无邪的人；单纯的人the baby blues npl informal, UK (postnatal sadness)产后抑郁back in the day expr (introduces reminiscence)过去，以前； (书面)想当初back in the saddle adv figurative, informal (at work again)重新开始工作It felt good to be back in the saddle after three months of sick leave.at the back of your mind, in the back of your mind expr (in background thought processes)心里不自觉地； (比喻)脑袋后面the back shift, the backshift npl (afternoon, evening workers)上下午班的人back to the drawing board adv figurative, informal (starting over) (失败后)重头来过，重起炉灶backfield, the backfield npl (US football: offense) (橄榄球术语)守卫区the bad n (that which is bad)坏事；厄运；倒霉事；不好的东西We must take the bad with the good.the bad npl (evil people)坏人，恶人Hell is reserved for the truly bad.bad news, the bad news n ([sth] unwelcome, unfortunate)不幸，噩耗The bad news is, you've failed the test.不幸的是，你没有通过考试。the bad place n US, regional (hell)地狱；糟糕的地方bad to the bone expr figurative (thorougly evil by nature)坏到骨子里；坏透了bad turn in the weather n (change to unpleasant weather)天气转坏；天气变糟糕The meteorologists are predicting a bad turn in the weather this weekend.the Bahamas npl (island chain) (西印度群岛的三大群岛之一)巴哈马群岛Summer is the rainy season in the Bahamas.夏天是巴哈马的雨季。baked in the cake, baked-in-the-cake adj US, figurative, informal (inevitable)必然发生的；不可避免的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounbalance the books, balance the accounts v expr (do accounting)算账The bookkeeper's job is to balance the accounts.balance the books, balance the accounts v expr (equalize accounts)平衡收支the Balearics npl (Balearic Islands)巴利阿里群岛ball, ball of the foot n (part of foot at base of big toe)前脚掌He stood on the balls of his feet, ready to move.他踮起脚，准备行动。ball, ball of the thumb n (base of thumb)拇指肚The ball of my thumb hurts while I'm playing the violin.我拉小提琴的时候伤到了拇指肚。the ballet n (theatrical dance performance)芭蕾演出；芭蕾舞剧Many people have never been to the ballet.许多人从没看过芭蕾演出。the Baltic n informal (Baltic Sea)波罗的海In Pliny's time, amber was a valuable commodity brought from the Baltic.the Baltics npl (Baltic States)波罗的海国家Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are known as the Baltics.the Baltic Sea n (in Central Europe) (中欧北部水域)波罗的海bang for your buck, bang for the buck n US, slang (value for money)物有所值；划算This computer is last year's model, but it has great bang for your buck.the Baptizer n (Biblical: John the Baptist) (出自《圣经》的)施洗约翰the Bard n capitalized (William Shakespeare) (通常大写)莎士比亚的别称The Bard wrote 38 plays and 150 sonnets.莎士比亚写了38部喜剧和150部十四行诗。the Barents Sea n (part of Arctic Ocean)巴伦支海；巴伦兹海bark at the moon v expr figurative (protest in vain)徒劳抗议；空嚷bark up the wrong tree v expr figurative (follow a mistaken idea)做错了原因；怪错了人备注: Often used in continuous tenses.the basics npl (important principles or supplies)基础原则；基本部分This guide explains the basics of digital photography.这本指南介绍了数码摄影的基础知识。the Basque Country n (autonomous region) (西班牙)巴斯克自治区the Basque Country n (region between France and Spain) (地跨西班牙和法国)巴斯克地区Batman, the Bat-Man n (comic book superhero) (漫画人物)蝙蝠侠Batman has been a popular comic book character since 1939.batten down the hatches, batten the hatches v expr figurative (prepare defenses)未雨绸缪BBC, the BBC n initialism (British Broadcasting Corporation)英国广播公司I tune into the BBC every morning to watch the news.BCE, B.C.E. adv initialism (Before the Common Era)公元前Julius Caesar was born in the year 100 BCE.be barking up the wrong tree v expr figurative, informal (be mistaken)找错对象了；搞错了be caught with your hand in the cookie jar v expr US, informal (be caught taking bribes)当场抓获；抓了个现行be down with the kids v expr informal (know about youth trends)跟上年轻一代的步伐；赶时髦Dad thinks he's down with the kids; it's so embarrassing!be for the best v expr (lead to the most beneficial outcome)也许不是一件坏事；结局总会好的be in for the long haul, be in [sth] for the long haul v expr (be committed to [sth] long-term)长期投入；长期专注be in the driver's seat, take the driver's seat, have the driver's seat, be in the driving seat v expr figurative (have control)掌控；处于控制地位If he thinks he can lead the team better, let him have the driver's seat.be music to [sb]'s ears, be music to the ears of [sb] v expr figurative (be welcome news)好消息；佳音be of the opinion v expr (believe, think)认为；相信My husband thinks autumn is the best season, but I am of the opinion that winter is better.be the death of [sb] v expr (cause [sb]'s death)把...害死be the death of [sth] v expr figurative (cause the decline of [sth])使...消逝Online news may prove to be the death of print media.be the life and soul of [sth], be the heart and soul of [sth] v expr figurative (be the source of animation, vitality)...的灵魂人物；...的核心人物be the making of [sb] v expr (bring success for [sb])成就...的因素；让...成功的基础The singer's brilliant new album could be the making of him.be the same as [sth/sb] vtr (be identical to)与…相同The blouse that I wore was the same as my sister's. Christmas dinner was the same as always: ham, potatoes, and salad.我穿的衬衫与我姐妹的相同。圣诞晚餐一直以来都一样：火腿、土豆和色拉。be the soul of [sth], be the very soul of [sth] v expr (personify or exemplify [sth])成为...的灵魂；成为...的精髓Mother Teresa was the very soul of Christian charity.be to [sb]'s advantage, be to the advantage of [sb] v expr (benefit [sb])让…得益；对…好处I know you're not a natural linguist, but learning French would be to your advantage, given that we live in France.be under the impression, be under the impression that v expr (with clause: believing, sensing)认为；觉得be worth the risk v expr (merit possible danger or loss)值得冒险的I know it seems expensive but I know it will increase in value so I think it will be worth the risk.the be-all n (most important part or thing)最重要的事the be-all and end-all of [sth], the be-all end-all of [sth] expr (most important part or goal)最重要的；最核心的Helping kids to make the best of themselves should be the be-all and end-all of education.the be-all and end-all, the be-all end-all expr (the very best)顶尖的；最好的When it comes to books about Appalachian history, that professor's work is the be-all and end-all.the beam, balance beam n (gymnastic discipline: balancing) (体操项目)平衡木The gymnast won gold for her performance on the beam.体操选手因为在平衡木上的出色表现而斩获金牌。bear the brunt of [sth], take the brunt of [sth] v expr (take the worst of [sth]'s impact)承受…的打击bear the cost v expr (pay)承担费用Taxpayers will bear the cost of health care reform.bear the cost of [sth] v expr (pay)支付...的费用bear the expense v expr (pay)承担费用；支付费用bear the expense of [sth] v expr (pay)支付...的费用Her father is bearing the expense of the wedding.bear the name of [sb] vtr (be named after)名叫；具有…的名称Many butterfly species bear the name of their discoverers.the Beast n (religion: Antichrist)敌基督；反基督者The Book of Revelation warns of the coming of the Beast.beat around the bush, also UK: beat about the bush v expr figurative (avoid getting to the point)旁敲侧击Stop beating around the bush and give me the real reason!beat the crap out of [sb/sth] v expr slang, figurative, vulgar (beat physically) (俚语)锤爆；打扁He threatened to beat the crap out of me if I didn't pay him by the end of the week.beat the drum for [sth] v expr figurative (promote)极力鼓吹The environmental activist goes around the world beating the drum for energy reform.beat the odds v expr (do [sth] unlikely)获得出乎意料的成功，克服极大的困难Joseph beat the odds and recovered from his cancer.beat the rap v expr slang (escape blame, be acquitted)逃脱罪责；逃脱惩罚beat the s*** out of [sb/sth] v expr slang, figurative, vulgar (beat physically) (比喻义、俗语)把…打得屁滚尿流，把…打出屎来We got into a fistfight and he beat the s*** out of me.beat [sb] to the draw v expr figurative (be faster than [sb])比...更快；抢在...前面beating around the bush, beating about the bush n (not getting to the point)旁敲侧击，拐弯抹角，绕圈子All this beating around the bush is starting to annoy me; just say yes or no!the beautiful n (concept of beauty)美；审美Is the beautiful any more worthy than the ugly?the beautiful people npl (privileged few)名流；贵族Usually magazines only show the beautiful people.通常，杂志仅刊登名流的照片。beauty is in the eye of the beholder expr (beauty is subjective)美与不美，全在观者the bedrock of [sth] n figurative (solid foundation)根基，根底，基础，基本事实My wife and children are the bedrock of my life; I don't know what I would do without them.我的妻子和孩子是我生活的根本，如果没有他们，我不知道该做什么。the bee's knees n figurative, informal (superb person, thing)出类拔萃的人Before the Common Era expr (Before Christ: non-Christian equivalent)公元前before the court adv (in front of a tribunal)在法庭上；在法官面前I'm going to testify before the court on Wednesday.before the fact adv (beforehand) (法律)作案前By acting before the fact, a company can save time and money by anticipating problems.before the Flood adv figurative (long ago) (比喻)远古洪荒之前，很久以前before the judge adv (in court)在法庭上before the judge adv (in front of a magistrate)在法官面前beg the question v expr (invite obvious question)引人发问；引发质疑beg the question v expr (assume truth of argument)假设...是真的beginning of the end n (point [sth] is doomed)结局的前兆The sex scandal marked the beginning of the end for his career.behind the curtain expr (unseen)幕后地；秘密地They appear to have a happy marriage, but who knows what goes on behind the curtain.The customers don't realise how much work goes on behind the curtain.behind the eight ball, behind the eightball expr US, figurative (at a disadvantage)处于困境；处于不利地位The university is behind the eight ball when it comes to attracting international students.behind the scenes adv (off stage)在幕后；在后台Mike was waiting behind the scenes to come on stage.behind the scenes adv figurative (privately) (比喻)在幕后，私下里，秘密地Cabinet ministers are involved in discussions behind the scenes about future spending plans.behind the times adj (old fashioned)落伍；落后于时代While the company's products were exceptional in quality, its marketing had fallen behind the times.behind the wheel expr (driving, in control of a vehicle)驾驶；掌控，主管the belle of [sth] n dated (most charming girl present)最美的女人，最美的女孩When she was younger, Emily was the belle of the town. Cinderella was the belle of the ball.当她年轻的时候，艾米丽是这个镇最美的姑娘。辛德瑞拉是舞会中最美的那一位。below the belt adj figurative (uncalled for, mean)不公正的，不按规矩，暗箭伤人below the line expr (finance: capital expenditure) (金融：资本支出)线下below-the-line adj (finance: capital expenditures) (金融)线下账目的the belt n (punishment: beating with a belt)用皮带鞭打In the olden days, it was common for children to get the belt if they were naughty.过去，如果孩子淘气不听话，他们经常会遭到皮带鞭打。the bench n (long seat by a sports court) (运动场)长凳，长椅The baseball team members sat on the bench in the dugout.棒球队队员坐在球员休息处的长凳上。the bench n figurative (law court: judge, magistrate) (法庭)法官The prosecutor asked the bench to pass the maximum sentence.检察官要求法官判处最高刑罚。the bench n figurative (law court: office of judge) (法庭)法官办公室Judge Smith has served on the bench for 25 years.史密斯法官已经就职法官25年了。the bends npl (decompression sickness) (潜水等)减压病备注: 指潜水或高压作业中，由于减压过快导致的疾病Arthur suffered from the bends after scuba diving.亚瑟在潜水之后患了减压病。bend the rules v expr figurative (make exceptions)通融，网开一面，放宽规则bend the truth v expr figurative, euphemism (change, omit facts)歪曲事实Lawyers have been known to bend the truth in order to win cases.benefit of the doubt expr (favorable judgement)假定无罪；疑犯从宽the bereaved n invariable (person or persons close to [sb] dead)失去亲人朋友的人The vicar's words at the funeral service were a great comfort to the bereaved.牧师在葬礼上的言辞对失去亲人的人来说是种极大的安慰。the Bermuda Triangle n (area of Atlantic Ocean near Bermuda)百慕大三角beside the point expr figurative (unconnected, irrelevant)不是重点；无关大局Whether or not he's married is beside the point.best, the best adj (most excellent)最好的；最佳的；最优秀的That's the best film I've ever seen.这是我看过的最好的电影。best, the best adj (most suitable)最适合的；最适当的；最佳的He is the best candidate for the job.他是这份工作的最佳人选。best, the best adj (most advantageous)最有利的；最有益的；最有用的What's the best thing we could do right now?我们现在能做的最有用的事情是什么？best, the best adv (superlative of well)最好地；最佳地；最适当地Of all the singers, she sings best.所有歌手中，她唱得最好。best, the best adv (most fully)最；极I like him best.我最喜欢他。the best n ([sb] or [sth] superior to all others)最好的人或物Of all the cities I've visited, Prague was the best.在我所有去过的城市中，布拉格是最棒的。the best n informal ([sb] or [sth] excellent) (人或事)最棒的My sister always helps me with my homework - she's the best!the best bet, your best bet n informal, figurative (most promising option)最佳选择；最优措施；最好办法Your best bet would be to contact the organisers directly and ask if they still have tickets.with the best will, with the best will in the world expr (no matter how hard you try)无论付出多大的努力With the best will in the world, that alley cat is never going to win any prizes at a cat show.bet the farm, bet the farm on [sth] v expr (risk everything)冒险；冒着风险I'm not going to bet the farm on such a risky investment.the better off npl (richer people)较富有的人The better off are expected to help those who have less than they do.富人应帮助那些比他们穷的人。the better part, the better part of [sth] n (most of [sth])一大半，…的大半部分，大部分They spent the better part of the vacation hiding from the rain.the betting n informal (likelihood, probability)可能性；可能What's the betting Colin's already drunk by the time we get to the pub?我们到酒吧前，科林有多大可能性会喝醉？between the devil and the deep blue sea, between a rock and a hard place, between Scylla and Charybdis expr figurative (facing a dilemma)处于两难境地；左右为难Beware of the dog expr written (on sign: dangerous dog lives here)当心恶犬the beyond n (what is distant)远方The climber stood at the top of the mountain and gazed into the beyond.登山者在山顶伫立，眺望远方。the beyond, the great beyond n (the afterlife)来世，来生The dying woman hoped to meet her beloved husband again in the beyond.垂死的女子希望能在来世与今生挚爱的丈夫再次相遇。beyond doubt, beyond a doubt, beyond the shadow of a doubt, beyond a shadow of a doubt adv (undeniably)毋庸置疑；无可置疑This is beyond doubt the best song on the CD.beyond doubt, beyond a doubt, beyond the shadow of a doubt, beyond a shadow of a doubt adj (certain)无疑的；确信的；无可怀疑的The theory of evolution is scientifically beyond doubt.beyond the pale adj figurative (unacceptable)不可接受的；出格的Biafra, the Republic of Biafra n historical (Nigerian secessionist state: 1967-1970)比夫拉Bible, the Bible n (religion: holy book) (基督教)圣经The church has Bibles and hymnals in every pew.the Bible Belt n informal (evangelical Christian region of US) (美国的福音基督教地区)圣经带，圣经地带The south-eastern states in the US are sometimes called the "Bible belt."the Big Apple n (nickname of New York City)纽约市the Big Bang n (physics: origin of universe) (部分物理学家认为的宇宙成因)宇宙大爆炸The Big Bang is how cosmologists believe our universe began.宇宙学家认为宇宙大爆炸是我们宇宙起源的成因。the Big Dipper (US), the Plough (UK) n (part of constellation Ursa Major)北斗七星A line drawn through two stars in the Big Dipper points to the North Star.北斗七星中两颗星延伸出的直线指向北极星。the Big Dipper n UK (fairground rollercoaster) (英国黑滩游乐海滩的著名娱乐设施)北斗七星过山车the big lie n (propaganda)弥天大谎；大骗局the big picture n figurative (the situation as a whole)大局；大体We need to consider the big picture and not focus just on details.the bigger n (larger of two)更大的那个Though Joe is older than his twin brother Fred, the latter is the bigger of the two.biggest, the biggest adj (largest in size or amount)最大的；最多的备注: This term needs to be used with either the definite article or a possessive pronoun.Tokyo is one of the biggest cities in the world.东京是世界上最大的城市之一。biggest, the biggest adj (greatest, most important) (重要性)最大的，最重要的，最重大的备注: This term needs to be used with either the definite article or a possessive pronoun.His biggest contribution to science was his last book.他的最后一本书对科学的贡献最大。the biggest n (largest, greatest one) (体积)最大的，规模最大的；最多的；最重要的I don't care how you divide the rooms but I want the biggest.我不在乎你怎么分房间，我只要最大的。the billions npl (numbers: thousands of millions)数十亿The number of stars in our galaxy is in the billions.银河系中的恒星数量有数十亿之多。the birch n (rod used for flogging) (鞭打用的)桦条Children usually behaved when faced with the threat of the birch.面临被桦条鞭打的危险，孩子们通常会听话。the bird n US, slang (vulgar middle-finger gesture) (粗俗的手势)竖中指The other driver flipped me the bird.bit on the side n UK, informal (lover you are unfaithful with)婚外情；情人bite the bullet v expr figurative, informal (do [sth] unpleasant) (比喻)咬紧牙关忍受（应付）You will just have to bite the bullet; there's no other option.bite the dust v expr figurative (die)死亡bite the dust v expr figurative (fail) (比喻)失败bite the hand that feeds, bite the hand that feeds you v expr figurative (repay kindness with malice)恩将仇报；忘恩负义bite [sb]'s head off, bite the head off [sb] v expr figurative, informal (respond angrily, impatiently)对..发火；生...的气the black arts npl (witchcraft, occult)妖术；邪术；魔术the blahs npl informal, US (dissatisfied feeling)无聊We are only two weeks into summer vacation and already I've been hit by the blahs.暑假仅过了两周，我已经感到无聊了。blast from the past n informal ([sth] unexpectedly nostalgic)过去记忆的唤醒；过眼云烟；旧事重提the bleeding edge n figurative (forefront)前沿备注: A hyphen is used when the term is an adjectiveBless the mark, God bless the mark, God save the mark, Heaven save the mark interj archaic (expression of contempt) (表示嘲笑、讥讽)天哪Bless the mark, God bless the mark, God save the mark, Heaven save the mark interj archaic (said to avert evil)上帝保佑This man is the very devil, bless the mark!the blind npl (blind people)盲人There is discrimination against the blind in the job market.职场上对盲人有歧视。the Blitz n historical (World War II: bombing of England) (二战期间德国对英国的轰炸)闪电战People spent long hours underground during the Blitz.在闪电战期间，人们长时间待在地下。blow the dust off, blow the cobwebs off v expr figurative (abandon old routines, habits)忘掉过去；改掉旧习New Year is a time to blow the dust off and make a fresh start.blow the dust off [sth], blow the dust off of [sth] v expr figurative (use for the first time in ages) (放很久的东西)把...拿出来；翻出Let's blow the dust off this old record and see how it sounds.blow the whistle on [sb] v expr figurative (inform on [sb])告发，举报The employee decided to blow the whistle on his employer for the illegal transactions.blow the whistle on [sth] v expr figurative (report [sth])揭发；揭露；披露the blues npl (melancholy, sadness)忧郁；难过；伤心She's got the blues since her boyfriend left.自从男友离开后，她就一直郁郁寡欢。blues, the blues npl (African-American folk music) (音乐)布鲁斯We're going out to a bar to hear some blues this weekend. Many New Orleans musicians play the blues.这周末我们要去酒吧听些布鲁斯音乐。许多新奥尔良音乐家都会演奏布鲁斯音乐。the blue n poetic (sky)蓝天；蔚蓝的晴空The rocket lifted off and raced into the blue.blue in the face adj figurative, informal (exasperated) (比喻)（气得）面色发青的，怒容满面的I've told my daughter to pick up her clothes until I'm blue in the face.blur the boundaries v expr figurative (make less distinct)使界线模糊blur the boundaries between [sth] and [sth] v expr figurative (make less distinct)模糊…和…之间的界限blur the lines v expr figurative (make less distinct)模糊；模糊边界blur the lines between [sth] and [sth] v expr figurative (make less distinct)模糊...和...之间的边界the Boat Race n UK (Oxford-Cambridge competition)牛津剑桥赛艇对抗赛Oxford won the Boat Race last year.the body politic n (nation as an entity)国家；政治体the bogeyman, the bogyman, also US: the boogeyman n (monster used to threaten children) (用来吓唬小孩的)怪物, 鬼怪, 妖怪boggle the mind, boggle your mind v expr (be bewildering, amazing)不可思议；令人惊叹the bollocks npl UK, vulgar, figurative, slang (top quality, the best) (俚语，粗鄙，形容某物很棒)很屌的东西Your car's the bollocks, mate.bolt from the blue n figurative ([sth] unexpected)晴天霹雳；意外事件The accusation of theft was a bolt from the blue.the bomb n (nuclear weapons)核武器；核弹People suffered effects from the bomb for decades after it was dropped on the city.城市遭到轰炸后已经过了数十年，可人们依旧遭受着核弹带来的后果。the bomb n figurative, slang ([sth] cool, excellent)极妙的东西；极好的东西Those new shoes are the bomb!这双新鞋子太棒了！boo [sb] off the stage v expr (performer: jeer from stage) (表演者)喝倒彩把…赶下舞台the boob tube n US, dated, slang (television)电视It's the best show on the boob tube.the boob tube n US, dated, slang (television set)电视机The boob tube is in the corner of the room.the book n dated, informal (telephone directory)电话簿I needed the number of a plumber, so I looked in the book.我需要水管工的电话，所以开始查阅电话簿。the Book of Judges n (7th book of the Bible) (圣经)士师记boots on the ground npl figurative (soldiers deployed)地面军队the border n UK (border between England and Scotland) (英格兰和苏格兰之间的)边境When you travel from England into Scotland, there is no need to show a passport at the border.当你从英格兰去到苏格兰时，没有必要在边境处出示护照。the Borders n UK (region around England-Scotland border) (苏格兰32个一级行政区之一)苏格兰边区；英苏边境周边的地区The River Tweed runs through the Borders into northern England.特威德河穿过边境进入英格兰北部。the border n (US: border with Mexico)美墨边境The man was apprehended after crossing the border into Texas.the bother n (effort) (做某事)所费的心力；精力Is applying for a permit really worth the bother?劳神费力去申请许可真值得吗？the bother of doing [sth] expr (effort of)麻烦；不方便Why go to the bother of cooking a meal when we could just order a takeaway?bottom left, the bottom left n (lower left-hand side)左下角the bottom line n figurative, informal (crucial fact)关键情况，重要因素The bottom line is you cannot be late for work anymore.最重要的是，你上班不能再迟到了。bottom of the barrel n figurative, informal (poor quality)最差的Her last boyfriend was really the bottom of the barrel.她的上一任男朋友真的太差了。bottom of the heap n informal, figurative ([sth] or [sb] very lowly)社会最底层bottom right, the bottom right n (lower right-hand area)右下角the bounce n US, slang (dismissal from job)解雇；开除Leo's boss gave him the bounce because he was always late to work.由于里奥老是上班迟到，所以老板开除了他。[sth]'s bowels, the bowels of [sth] npl figurative (innermost part: of building, etc.) (建筑等)内部，深处The crew labored in the bowels of the building to repair the plumbing leak.维修工在建筑物的内部辛苦劳作，以修复水管漏水。the box n UK, slang (TV) (俚语)电视机There's nothing good on the box tonight.the boys npl informal (male friends)男性朋友们；哥们儿I'm going out for a drink with the boys.我和哥们儿一起喝酒。the brains of [sth] n figurative, informal (person who masterminds [sth])策划者；智囊I'm the brains of the operation; my brother supplies the brawn.the brass npl slang (military leaders)高级军官Look sharp, the brass are going to be there.快一点，高级军官要来了。the brass n uncountable (music: brass wind instruments) (音乐)铜管乐器备注: Used with a singular or plural verbIt wasn't a great concert; the sound of the strings was drowned out by the brass.the brass ring n figurative, informal (goal: [sth] prestigious)成功；财富An Academy Award is the brass ring for most actors.the brass ring n figurative, informal (opportunity for success)成功的机会；发财的机会Sophie has grabbed the brass ring by applying to a prestigious university.the brave npl (courageous people)勇敢的人，勇敢者，勇士Ours is the land of the free and home of the brave.我们这里是自由者的乐土、勇敢者的家园。breach of the peace n (public disturbance)扰乱治安break the back of [sth] v expr figurative (do the hardest or biggest part of [sth])完成...最困难的部分；完成...的大部分break the bank v expr (gambling: win all money)将庄家的钱赢光He was on such a winning streak in Las Vegas, he broke the bank in two casinos!break the bank v expr figurative, informal (be expensive) (比喻)倾家荡产We can afford to buy new flowerpots; they really won't break the bank.break the deadlock v expr (end a stalemate)打破僵局；冲破困境break the habit v expr (stop doing [sth] habitually)改掉…的习惯He hasn't smoked for six months. Maybe he's finally broken the habit!break the ice v expr figurative (start a conversation)打破沉默Party games are an effective way to break the ice at a gathering.break the law v expr (do [sth] illegal, commit a crime)违法Every time you buy a pirated DVD, you are breaking the law.break the mold (US), break the mould (UK) v expr figurative (do [sth] in an unconventional way)打破陈规break the news v expr (announce [sth])宣布；公布break the news of [sth] v expr (announce [sth])宣布；公布；将...宣之于众break the news to [sb] v expr (announce [sth] to [sb])向某人宣布消息；告诉某人消息The police officer broke the news to Natasha that her husband had died in a car crash.break the record v expr (surpass previous highest, best)破记录break the record for [sth] v expr (surpass previous highest, best)打破...的记录break the rules v expr (do [sth] in an unconventional way)打破规则；打破陈规break the seal v expr (open: document, package)拆封If you break the seal, you can no longer return the item to the store.拆封后，你就不可以将物品退回商店。break the seal on [sth] v expr (open: document, package)开启, 打开I warned him not to break the seal on the envelope before he gave it to the official.break the seal v expr figurative, US, slang (urinate)小便, 撒尿备注: 喝水饮酒过了一定临界点，之后会频繁尿尿After three drinks, Brad needed to break the seal.喝了三杯后，布拉德需要去小便。break the sound barrier v expr (go faster than sound)超过音速When a plane breaks the sound barrier it produces a sonic boom that sounds like an explosion.break the spell v expr figurative (end the illusion or mood)解除魔力；终结痴迷状态Don't say anything...I don't want to break the spell.break the spell v expr (witchcraft: disable a charm, curse)破除咒语The frog said that if I kissed him it would break the spell and he would turn into a handsome prince.break with the past v expr (abandon tradition)和过去决裂My cousin broke with the past and didn't cook a turkey for Thanksgiving.break with the past n (abandoning tradition)和过去决裂In a break with the past, young women's fathers no longer give them away during the wedding ceremony.bridge the gap v expr figurative (reconcile) (比喻)消除差别，跨越鸿沟The senator tried to bridge the gap between the two versions of the bill.bridge the gap v expr figurative (temporary solution)暂时解决We have no napkins, but paper towels should serve to bridge the gap.bring down the house, bring the house down v expr (make audience laugh or cheer)掌声雷动；博得满堂喝彩bring home the bacon v expr figurative, informal (support family)养家Dean was glad to graduate so he could finally help bring home the bacon.bring home the bacon v expr figurative, informal (be successful)成功bring [sth] to a/the boil v expr (heat [sth] to boiling point)把…煮沸bring [sth] to [sb]'s attention, bring [sth] to the attention of [sb] v expr (make [sb] aware of)使...注意；引起注意An employee brought the matter to my attention.bring [sth] to the boil v expr (liquid in pan: heat until boiling)使...沸腾；煮沸bring up the rear v expr (follow)殿后；走在后面I'll blaze a trail through the jungle. You bring up the rear.the British npl (people of Great Britain)英国人The British are rumored to be very stoic people.据说英国人都非常严肃寡欲。the British Isles npl (England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland)不列颠群岛备注: 英格兰、威尔士、苏格兰、爱尔兰the Broads npl UK (rivers in Eastern England)布罗兹湿地国家公园备注: 位于英国东部，是通航河流和湖泊交错的一片区域The family are planning a boating holiday on the Broads.这家人正在计划去布罗兹湿地国家公园划船度假。the Bronze Age n (period of prehistory)铜器时代；青铜时代The fossil dates back to the Bronze Age.buck the system v expr informal (do [sth] unconventional)打破常规buck the system v expr informal (do [sth] opposed)对抗体制，对抗规则buck the trend v expr (go against what is usual)反潮流，逆势而上buckle under the strain v expr figurative (give in to stress)迫于压力屈服；迫于压力妥协Buddha, the Buddha n (Indian spiritual figure)佛；佛陀；佛祖Buddhists follow the teachings of the Buddha.the budget n (government spending plan)政府预算Congress will vote to approve the budget next week.议会下周会就这次的政府预算进行投票表决。the ... bug n informal (interest in [sth])对...感兴趣，热衷于I caught the cooking bug when I lived in Italy.我住在意大利时开始对烹饪感兴趣。the bulk of [sth] n (most, greater part)大部分；大头They are requesting that the bulk of the payment be made in advance.他们正在要求预付大部分的款项。the Bull, Taurus the Bull n (zodiac sign: Taurus)金牛座If your birthday is on the 18th of May, you were born under the sign of the Bull.the bumps npl UK, informal (birthday tradition)生日举放仪式备注: 一种生日庆祝习俗，数个人抓住寿星四肢将其举起、放下，次数和年龄一样或多一次。On Ruby's birthday, her siblings took her by the arms and legs and gave her the bumps.在露比的生日，她的兄弟姐妹住她的手脚，给她进行生日举放仪式。the burbs npl US, slang, abbreviation (suburbs)郊区；郊外the Burmese npl (people of Myanmar)缅甸族burn [sb] at the stake vtr (execute on a pyre)对...采取火刑；对...执行火刑burn the candle at both ends v expr figurative (work too hard, exhaust yourself)过分消耗精力；不顾身体过度劳累burn the midnight oil v expr figurative (work late at night)熬夜，挑灯夜战； (比喻义)开夜车burn to the ground v expr (be destroyed by fire)把…完全烧毁；把…夷为平地The house burnt to the ground.burn [sth] to the ground v expr (destroy by fire)把...全部烧毁The fire burned the hotel to the ground.burst at the seams, bulge at the seams v expr (be filled beyond capacity)快涨破了；快挤破了bursting at the seams, bulging at the seams adj figurative (overfull, packed full)鼓胀的，鼓鼓囊囊的，快胀破的My suitcase is already bursting at the seams -- how can I pack my souvenirs?bursting at the seams, bulging at the seams adj (tearing because it is stretched)撑破的I've got to lose weight; my pants are bursting at the seams.bury the hatchet v expr figurative (end a feud, make peace)和解；重归于好Let's bury the hatchet. We've been friends too long to keep arguing.bury your head in the sand v expr figurative (ignore stressful situation)逃避现实；畏惧困难the bush n (rural, forest area)偏远地区；森林地带；荒野地区The explorers spent two months wandering in the bush.探险家花了两个月的时间在森林地带闲逛。butterflies in the stomach, butterflies, butterflies in your stomach npl figurative (nerves, performance anxiety)忐忑不安I had butterflies in my stomach before the exam.Nina always gets butterflies before a performance.by the agency of [sb], through the agency of [sb] prep (because of [sb]'s actions)经...的介绍；通过...的方式by the back door adv figurative, informal (by illegitimate means)走后门；通过不正当方式by the book adv figurative (according to rules)照章办事地My boss likes to do things by the book.by the by, by the bye adv (by the way)顺便提一下；顺便说一句What result, by the by, did you get in the exam?by the by, by the bye adj informal (incidental)次要的，附带的The choir's robes are by the by; it's their singing that we have come for.by the dozen adv (12 at a time)按打计算Usually, I buy cookies by the dozen so I can share them with my friends.by the end adv (before the final moment)在……结束时；到……末为止By the end of the first chapter, I could guess the solution to the mystery. I'm usually exhausted by the end of the day.在第一章结束的时候，我就能猜到谜底了。我常常在一天结束时精疲力尽。do [sth] by the numbers v expr figurative (do [sth] conventionally, by the rules)按照规定程序；按常规的by-the-numbers adj figurative (conventional, following rules)遵循常规的；循规蹈矩的by the pound adv (weight: per imperial pound)以磅计，按磅计算It is more expensive to buy apples individually than by the pound.by the same token expr (similarly)同样；也by the seat of your pants expr (without experience or knowledge)摸石头过河；摸索行事by the side of [sth] expr (next to)在…旁边Our fishing camp is built by the side of the lake.by the skin of your teeth expr (only just, barely)勉强；侥幸by the time adv (at some point before)到…时候为止；…之前You better have your chores done by the time I get home or you're in big trouble. The traffic was so bad that by the time I got to the office I was 20 minutes late.交通太拥挤了，我到达办公室的时候已经迟到20分钟了。你最好在我回家之前把家务做完，不然你麻烦就大了。by the way expr (incidentally)顺便说一句By the way, have you seen this before?顺便说一句，你之前见过这个东西么？cabinet, the Cabinet n US (senior government)内阁Members of the cabinet held an emergency meeting today.内阁成员们今日召开了紧急会议。the caboodle n informal (all, the whole of [sth]) (非正式用语)全部，所有call [sb] every name under the sun v expr figurative (repeatedly insult [sb])用尽各种污言秽语辱骂某人；谩骂某人You can call me every name under the sun, but it doesn't change the situation one bit.call the roll, call roll v expr (take register of those present)点名The teacher called the roll at the beginning of the class.call the shots, call the tune v expr (be in charge, make the decisions)指挥；操纵；操纵The pastor may think he calls the shots, but the organist really leads the worship service.[sb]'s/[sth]'s calling card, the calling card of [sb/sth] n figurative (identifying mark, sign)特点，特征Serena dresses flamboyantly; brightly-colored clothing is her calling card.赛琳娜打扮非常张扬；色彩鲜亮的穿着就是她的特征。calm before the storm n figurative (quiet period before [sth] turbulent)暴风雨前的平静；大事件（如动荡等）之前的平静Mary's much too quiet. I fear it's the calm before the storm.the can n US, slang (toilet)厕所，洗手间Excuse me. I have to go to the can.the can n slang (jail, gaol)监狱，监牢He's been in the can for three months now.the cane n (punishment: beating with stick)棍棒加身；笞打The cane used to be a standard punishment for misbehaving in school.棍棒加身曾经是学校对行为不端的典型惩罚。cannot see the wood for the trees v expr (cannot see the big picture)一叶障目，不见森林Gina can't see the wood for the trees; she's concentrating too much on the details.Cape Horn, the Horn n (southernmost tip of South America)好望角the capper n informal (final element)顶点the Caribbean n (islands)加勒比群岛The Jones family went to the Caribbean for vacation last year.the Caribbean n (sea)加勒比海The Caribbean is quite warm, even during winter.the Caribbean Sea n (part of Atlantic Ocean)加勒比海I enjoyed a cruise in the Caribbean Sea, visiting Puerto Rico, Barbados and the American Virgin Islands.carry the can v expr figurative, informal (take the blame)承担责任；代人受过carry the day v expr (win, triumph)取胜We hope that our team will carry the day.case the joint v expr slang (check out a place)踩点cash machine, cash dispenser, hole in the wall n UK (money dispenser)提款机I'll have to get some money out of the cash machine before I can go shopping.去购物之前，我得去提款机取点钱。cast the first stone v expr figurative (be first to accuse)率先发难We should not be arguing about who has the right to cast the first stone.cast your bread upon the waters v expr (do good without expecting a reward)不计回报地做好事；默默奉献catch a train, catch the train v expr (go by train)赶火车；乘火车I'm going to catch a train home after I get out from work.catch in the throat v expr (cause [sb] to sob or choke)卡住喉咙He nearly choked when a chicken bone caught in his throat.catch in the throat, catch in your throat, catch in your voice n (sob, etc. that interrupts speaking)哽咽catch the attention of [sb] v expr (be noticed)吸引…的注意His manly voice caught my attention.catch the eye, catch [sb]'s eye v expr (be noticeable)引人注目The bold designs and bright colours of these dresses really catch the eye.catch the eye of [sb] v expr (be noticed)引起...的注意；吸引...的关注Laura's performance in the show caught the eye of talent scouts.Catholic Church, the Church n (religion: Roman Catholicism)天主教派The Pope is the head of the Catholic Church. Members of the Catholic Church live on every continent.教皇是天主教派的领导人。天主教派的成员遍布所有大陆。El Caudillo, the Caudillo n Spanish (Francisco Franco) (曾任西班牙国家元首)弗朗西斯科·佛朗哥的昵称the Cayman Islands, the Caymans n (group of Caribbean islands) (位于加勒比海)开曼群岛the Cenotaph n UK (London war memorial)战争纪念碑at ... cents on the dollar expr (compared to original price)原价百分之几The ailing company is now trading at just five cents on the dollar.pay ... cents on the dollar v expr (pay less than original price)支付原价百分之几I paid 20 cents on the dollar for 10,000 of these bonds, so they cost me $2,000.in the certain knowledge, in the certain knowledge that expr (with feeling of certainty)确定；确实了解；确定知道Joe waited his turn to go on stage in the certain knowledge he was about to make a fool of himself.the chair n (electric chair)死刑电椅The serial killer is being sent to the chair.chairman of the board, board chairman n (head of governing committee)董事会主席The chairman of the board oversees strategic planning for the company.champ at the bit, chafe at the bit, also US: chomp at the bit v expr (horse: chew restraint) (马)不安地咬嚼子The horse was impatient for the race to start and visibly champing at the bit.champ at the bit, chafe at the bit, also US: chomp at the bit v expr figurative (person: be impatient)迫不及待要做某事，急于去做be champing at the bit to do [sth], be chafing at the bit to do [sth], also US: chomp v expr figurative (person: be impatient)迫不及待地要做..., 急不可耐地要做...I'm champing at the bit to go on my vacation.Chancellor, Chancellor of the Exchequer n UK (British treasury minister)财政大臣Chancellor of the Exchequer n UK (treasury minister)英国财政大臣The Chancellor of the Exchequer has his official residence next to that of the Prime Minister, in Downing Street.the change, the change of life n dated, informal (menopause)更年期Weight gain is common among women who are going through the change.change for the better n (improvement)变好；好转Her lovely, new hair style is definitely a change for the better.change for the better v expr (improve)向好的方向转变；好转Her life has changed for the better since she moved here.自从搬来这里以后，她的生活开始好转了。change the subject v expr (start talking about [sth] else)转换话题Let's change the subject and talk about something less depressing.change with the times v expr (modernize)与时俱进；随时代变化I've told my parents that it is time to change with the times and start tweeting and skyping!我告诉我父母现在要随着时代改变，开始发推文和上skype！the Charleston n (dance of 1920s)查尔斯顿舞the charts npl (music: sales ratings) (音乐)排行榜，榜单The band's last single reached number 8 in the charts.这支乐队最后的单曲在榜单上排名第八。the checkered flag (US), the chequered flag (UK) n (signal for car race winner) (赛车)格子旗chew the cud v expr (cow: re-chew food)反刍chew the cud v expr UK, figurative, informal (people: chat)好好琢磨；深思熟虑chew the fat, chew the rag v expr figurative, informal (have a long chat)闲谈I'd love to stand around chewing the fat, but these bills aren't going to pay themselves.我很想无所事事地聊聊天，但是没人会帮我支付这些账单。chills, the chills npl (cold sensation, shivering)寒战；寒颤If you've got chills, you may have the flu.你要是打寒颤，可能就是感染上流感了。chills, the chills npl (feeling of fear, unease) (因为害怕)寒颤That horror film gave me the chills. I get the chills when I'm alone in this house at night.那部恐怖片吓得我打寒颤。晚上单独呆在这所房子里吓得我瑟瑟发抖。chills, the chills npl (feeling moved by [sth]) (因为激动、感动等)寒颤That beautiful melody always gives me chills.那首优美的歌曲总让我感动得浑身战栗不已。chilled to the marrow, chilled to the bone, frozen to the marrow adj figurative (feeling very cold)寒冷刺骨I've been out here in the snow for three hours and I'm chilled to the marrow.the Chinese npl (people of China)中国人The Chinese are very proud of their country's long history.中国人为祖国的悠久历史而感到自豪。on the chopping block expr figurative (about to be ended or reduced)即将结束；即将收场the chosen one n (person: specially selected)天选之子Only the chosen one can save the world.the Chunnel n dated, informal (tunnel under sea)英吉利海峡隧道the Church n (Catholic church)天主教教会The Church rejects pre-marital sex.CID, the CID n initialism (Criminal Investigation Department) (英国)刑事调查局, 刑事侦缉科cinema, the cinema n mainly UK (movie theater: where films are shown)电影院Matinee shows are usually cheaper than evening shows at the cinema.The film will be in cinemas from next Friday.电影院的日场节目通常比夜场便宜。 // 这部电影将于下周五在电影院上映。cinema, the cinema n uncountable (entertainment: movies, film)电影Margo enjoys music, books, and the cinema.玛戈喜欢音乐，书籍和电影。the circle of life n figurative (cycle of birth and death)生命循环circle the wagons v expr figurative (prepare to defend)团结一致；严阵以待cirrhosis of the liver n (liver disease)肝硬化Abuse of alcohol can lead to cirrhosis of the liver.the City n (metropolitan center)都市中心We're going to the City to see a show at the weekend.the City n (financial area of London)伦敦金融城the Civil War, the American Civil War n historical, US (war between US states)美国内战The American Civil War broke out in April 1861.美国内战爆发于1861年4月。claim the lives of v expr (cause people to die)夺走...的生命；令...遇难The earthquake claimed the lives of 100 people.the clap n vulgar, slang (gonorrhea)淋病；性病If you find it painful to pee, you may have the clap.如果排尿时感到疼痛，说明你可能感染了淋病。the classics n (Greek, Roman literature)古希腊和古罗马文学I have never read the classics, except for Homer's "Odyssey".除了荷马的“奥德赛”，我没有读过其他古典文学。the clear n (unobstructed space)空地He pushed through the opposing players and out into the clear, ready to receive the ball.他推开对方选手，冲到场中空地，准备接球。clear the air v expr figurative (resolve tensions)缓解紧张气氛After our dreadful argument the day before, he telephoned me to apologise and to clear the air, after which I felt much happier.clear the air v expr (remove pollutants) (本义)清洁空气The machine is designed to clear the air of dust and pollen.clear the ground v expr figurative (prepare for [sth]) (比喻)洒扫以待clear the ground v expr (area: rid of weeds, etc.) (本义)清出场地Before they could even think about building shelters, they had to clear the ground of hundreds of large rocks.clear the snow from [sth] v expr (shovel snow away from)从…除雪I must clear the snow from the driveway so I can drive my car to work.clear the way v expr (path: remove obstacles) (本义)清扫道路They took out the old walnut grove to clear the way for the bypass.clear the way v expr figurative (remove obstacles) (比喻)清扫道路，排除障碍City council approval cleared the way for the new mall.climb the ladder v expr figurative (advance your career)向上晋升He was determined to climb the ladder and become the company chairman one day.the clink n slang (prison)监狱Byron was in the clink for a few years for drug possession.close the door on [sth] v expr figurative (rule out, exclude)拒之门外；断绝The politician's latest comments, unfortunately, closed the door on a peace agreement between the two countries.close the door on [sb] vtr (on [sb]: shut door to exclude)把…关在门外close the gap v expr figurative (equalize [sth])弥补差距close the gap between [sth] and [sth] v expr figurative (equalize [sth])缩小…与...差距close to the bone adj figurative, informal (uncomfortably close to the truth)露骨的，过于直白的close to the knuckle expr UK, figurative (potentially offensive) (比喻义)赤裸裸的closest, the closest adj (superlative: physically nearest)最接近的；最近的Please hand me the book that is closest to the pen.请将离钢笔最近的那本书递给我。closest, the closest adj (superlative: nearest in time)最靠近；最接近Of all my relatives, my mom's birthday is closest to mine.closest, the closest adj figurative (superlative: most intimate)最亲密的；最亲近的；最密切的I have several good friends, but I'm the closest with Betty.我有几个好朋友，但是我跟贝蒂最亲密。closest, the closest adj (superlative: nearest in number) (数字上)最接近的，最近似的The two youngest girls got along well because they were the closest in age.两个年纪最小的女孩相处融洽，因为她们两人年龄相仿。closing the stable door after the horse has bolted, shutting the barn door after the horse has bolted n figurative, informal (acting too late)行动太慢；反应太慢Tony's debts are huge now; buying a few items second-hand seems like closing the stable door after the horse has bolted.the cloth n figurative (clergy)神职人员；牧师；教士The Bishop had devoted his life to the cloth.the cloud n figurative (computing: remote storage) (计算机)云储存You can store music in the cloud and play it anywhere.你可以把音乐储存在云中，在任何地方播放。clouds on the horizon npl figurative (prospect of trouble) (比喻)堪忧的前景The tobacco industry has been quite profitable in the past but now there are clouds on the horizon.clouds on the horizon npl (clouds low in sky) (本义)天边的云We won't be able to watch the sunset because of the clouds on the horizon.the Coast n US (West Coast of the US)美国西海岸Jack moved to the Coast for the surfing.杰克喜欢冲浪，所以搬去了西海岸。on the coattails of [sth] expr figurative (immediately following [sth])跟风...cock of the walk (group leader)领袖；头儿；领导cog in the wheel, cog in the machine n figurative (small part of a large system)小人物；小职员He's just a cog in the wheel, not a leader.the Cold War n (hostility: Soviet Union and West) (前苏联和西方国家之间的敌对状态)冷战Many people were believed to be spies during the Cold War.the Coliseum, the Colosseum n (amphitheater in Rome)古罗马斗兽场The Coliseum is always surrounded with tourists and sightseeing buses.come apart at the seams v expr (come unstitched) (缝合线)裂开The sofa cushion is coming apart at the seams so the stuffing is sticking out.come apart at the seams v expr figurative (go wrong)失败The proposed merger appears to be coming apart at the seams.come apart at the seams v expr figurative (lose control of emotions)情绪失控，崩溃She started getting frazzled when she lost her job; now her husband has left her, and she's really coming apart at the seams.come back from the dead v expr figurative (succeed again) (比喻)重振旗鼓，重新来过In last place going into the final lap, the runner came back from the dead to win the race.come back from the dead v expr figurative (recover) (比喻)鬼门关走一遭；从重症恢复过来；捡回一条命After the triple bypass, he came back from the dead and now he is living an active life.经过三次旁路移植，他终于捡回一条命，现在过着非常活跃的生活。come down on the side of [sb], come down on [sb]'s side v expr (choose to support)支持；站在...一边come down on the side of [sth] v expr (decide in favor of)赞成；赞同come down the pike v expr US, figurative (appear, emerge)出现；发生come in from the cold v expr figurative (no longer be in exile)摆脱孤立；不再受冷落come into the world v expr (person: be born)出生；出世He came into the world kicking and screaming just like the rest of us.come on the heels of [sth] v expr informal, figurative (follow directly)跟随；紧跟come out of the closet v expr figurative, dated (announce that you are gay) (承认是同性恋)出柜He only came out of the closet when he was 34.come out of the woodwork, crawl out of the woodwork v expr figurative, disapproving (appear suddenly)突然冒出come to the aid of [sb] v expr (offer to help)向…提供帮助；帮…的忙The paramedics will come to the aid of anyone who is injured. The Red Cross came to the aid of thousands of injured and homeless after the earthquake.紧急医护人员会来抢救任何受伤的人。地震之后，有成千上万的伤者和无家可归者获得了红十字会的帮助。come to [sb]'s aid v expr (offer to help)帮助..., 援助...come to the attention of [sb], come to [sb]'s attention v expr (be noticed)引起...的关注；吸引...的注意It has come to the attention of management that many employees are using the computers to play games.come to the defense of [sb/sth] (US), come to the defence of [sb/sth] (UK) v expr (defend, support)保护；保卫come to [sb]'s/[sth]'s defense (US), come to [sb]'s/[sth]'s defence (UK) v expr (defend, support)保护..., 捍卫...come to the floor v expr mainly US (be debated in legislative chamber)送立法机构商议；在立法机构商讨come to the fore v expr figurative (become prominent) (比喻)显现出来；体现出来；水落石出As they argued, their real differences came to the fore.一番争论过后，他们之间的差异显现了出来。come to the fore v expr figurative (take action) (比喻)挺身而出In times of danger, leaders must come to the fore to deal with the crisis.come to the front v expr figurative (become prominent)出人头地，崭露头角come to the front v expr (move forward)到前面来，向前来Please let women and children come to the front of the line. Just click on a tab to make another window come to the front.请让妇女和儿童到前面来。只需点击一个标签，另一个窗口就会置顶显示。come to the rescue v expr (offer help in an emergency)援救；营救The police will come to the rescue after a crime.Commons, the Commons n UK (British Parliament: House of Commons)下议院There are currently 650 MPs in the Commons.the common man n dated, uncountable (ordinary citizen, lay person) (过时用语)普通民众；老百姓The political parties are all trying to appeal to the common man.the common people npl (working classes)劳动人民；蓝领阶级"God must have loved the common people, he made so many of them." - Abraham Lincoln"上帝必定非常喜爱普通人，所以才造就了这么多普通人。" - 亚伯拉罕·林肯the commonality npl (commonalty: the common people)平民Historically, nobles have looked down on the commonality.历史上，贵族一直看不起平民。the commonalty n historical (commonality: the common people) (历史用语)平民；普通人；平民百姓备注: Takes a plural verb.the community n (society, public)社会；社区The community was outraged by the murder. A good leader puts the needs of the community ahead of personal gain.这桩谋杀案让整个社会义愤填膺。好的领导人必须将集体的需要置于个人利益之前。with the compliments of the chef expr (restaurant food: free of charge)免费；无偿Your dessert today comes with the compliments of the chef.concern for the environment n (ecology, environmental awareness)关心环境Greenpeace tries to raise concern for the environment through dramatic actions.the conditional n (grammar: conditional tense) (语法)条件式The teacher explained how to form the conditional in French.the Confederation n (US: thirteen original states)十三州邦联Congo, the Congo n (Central African river) (中非河流)刚果河The Congo is the world's deepest river.conk n informal (blow to the head) (头部)一击conk [sb] on the head v expr informal (strike on the head)敲...的头conk on the head n informal (blow to the head)重击头部connect the dots v expr US, literal (join dots to form a picture)连点成线If you connect the dots with your pencil, you will get a picture.connect the dots v expr US, figurative (make sense of [sth])理解，懂得He often has trouble connecting the dots; you may need to explain more clearly.the conscious n (psychology: conscious mind) (心理学)意识The conscious is responsible for reasoning.意识负责我们的逻辑思考。the consequences n (punishment, unpleasant result)后果；恶果Before disobeying the rules, consider the consequences.consider the circumstances v expr (take context into account)考虑到当前情况Before you blame him, consider the circumstances.consider the source interj (be sceptical) (表示对信息来源的怀疑态度)考虑到（信息的）来源Don't pay attention to anything he says: consider the source.不要听信他的任何话，看看他信息的来源你就知道了。Constitution, the Constitution, the US Constitution n (US law)美国宪法All public servants must uphold the Constitution.the Continent n UK (mainland Europe)欧洲大陆There's a train service to the Continent at least hourly.the contrary n (opposite)相反的事物；反面Some believe that scientific explanations destroy our appreciation of nature, but I have found the contrary to be true.有的人认为，科学阐释摧毁了我们对大自然的欣赏，但我认为正相反。cook the books v expr slang, figurative (manipulate illegally)篡改账目；做假账The mafia's accountant was cooking the books.the cooler n US, slang, dated (prison, jail)监牢；牢房He's in the cooler again on a drug charge.the cops npl slang (police force)警察When the thief started to run, the shopkeeper yelled, "Call the cops!"正当窃贼要逃跑时，店员嚷道：“快叫警察！”corn on the cob n (cooked ear of sweetcorn)煮玉米棒子；香甜玉米棒I always have to floss my teeth after eating corn on the cob.corner of the world n (geographic area)世界的某处；世界的一个角落I hope all is well in your corner of the world.corner the market v expr (dominate trade)垄断市场The company has cornered the market for online book sales.corner the market v expr figurative (predominate) 没有提供翻译 The actor cornered the market as regards playing the role of a tough guy.corner the market in [sth] v expr figurative (predominate)垄断...方面的市场Manchester United have cornered the market in scoring important goals in extra time.couch, the couch n (psychoanalyst's bed) (心理医生为病人进行心理分析时使用的)长榻，躺椅The patient was directed to lie on the couch, while the analyst sat and wrote notes.心理分析师坐下来进行记录时，患者被要求躺在躺椅上。country, the country n (rural area)乡村；乡下Our family moved from the country to the city.我们家从乡下搬到了城市。the covers npl (bed sheets)被子He got under the covers and went to sleep.cover all bases, cover your bases, cover all the bases v expr figurative (take full precautions) (比喻义)做到滴水不漏We have researched it thoroughly and we believe that we have covered all the bases.crack the case v expr informal (solve a crime, mystery)破案；侦破案件Not even Hercule Poirot could crack this case!crack the whip v expr figurative (be strict with workers) (比喻严格管理工人)甩鞭子Your lazy employees will never change unless you start cracking the whip.只要不甩起鞭子，你那些懒惰的雇员就永远不会改变。the cradle of [sth] n figurative (place of origin)发源地；源头Ancient Mesopotamia is considered the cradle of civilization.the cream n figurative, invariable (the best) (比喻)最优秀的人才，精英The Royal Air Force took only the cream of Britain's young men and women.cream of the crop, plural: the cream of the crop n figurative, invariable (person, people: elite, best) (比喻)精英，佼佼者Only the cream of the crop will make the Olympic rowing team.the crease n (ice hockey, lacrosse) (冰球等的)球门区Attacking players are not allowed to step inside the crease.Creation, the Creation n (religion: origin of everything) (《圣经》，常作 the Creation)（上帝）创世纪，创造天地They see Creation as proof that God exists.人们将创世纪视为上帝存在的证据。Creator, the Creator n (religion: God) (宗教)造物主，上帝We believe in God the Father, the Almighty Creator.the Credo n Latin (Christian: creed in Latin) (宗教)信条My father knew he was dying and he asked the priest to recite the Credo.the creed, the Creed (credo: Christian prayer) (基督教)信经The congregation recited the creed.教众背诵信经。the Cretaceous n (geological period)白垩纪crick in the neck, crick in your neck n (neck cramp)颈部肌肉痛性强直；颈部肌肉抽搐I've had a crick in my neck all day because I slept in an awkward position.cross, the Cross n (symbol of Christianity) (基督教的标志)十字架The church was filled with crosses.教会里到处都是十字架。the Cross n (cross Jesus died on) (特指基督被钉死于的十字架)十字架Christians believe Jesus died on the Cross for our sins.基督教徒深信耶稣为了世人的罪孽而被钉死在十字架上。cross, sign of the cross n (hand gesture: crossing body) (手势)划十字The priest noticed Mark's hastily made cross as he entered the church.牧师注意到，马克进教堂的时候，快速在胸前划了个十字。cross the line v expr figurative (go beyond limit of tolerance)越线；做得太过分cross the threshold v expr (enter [sth])跨进门内，走进门I crossed the threshold into our new house.我走进我们的新房中。cross the threshold v expr figurative (go beyond a point) (比喻)跨过…的门坎cross the threshold of [sth] v expr figurative (go beyond a point)超越...的界限cross [sb]'s/[sth] path, cross the path of [sb/sth] v expr (encounter)与...相遇；遇见；与...不期而遇crowd on sail, crowd on the sail v expr (nautical) (航海，为船能全速前进)扯满风帆；扬满风帆The sailors crowded on as much sail as the mast could carry.水手在桅杆能承受的范围内尽量地扯满了风帆。the Crown n figurative (monarchy)王国；君主国This law cannot go into effect without the consent of the Crown.没有君主国的首肯，这条法律就无法生效。crown jewel, jewel in the crown n figurative ([sth] impressive, valued) (比喻)最重要的东西，最有价值的东西，至宝India was the crown jewel of the British Empire.the Crucifixion n Biblical (execution of Christ)耶稣受难the crumbs npl figurative ([sth] negligible, left over)极少的量，微不足道的量；残羹冷炙The government takes most of my earnings in taxes and leaves me with the crumbs.政府从我赚的钱中扣了大部分税，给我剩下的钱微不足道。the crunch n figurative, informal (decisive moment)关键时刻They argue a lot, but when it comes to the crunch, they are very loyal to each other.他们经常吵架，但到了关键时刻，总是对对方很忠诚。crunch numbers, crunch the numbers v expr (perform numerical calculations)进行计算；进行数字计算She developed a budget for the company after crunching the numbers.crunch numbers, crunch the numbers v expr (process data)处理数据the Crusades npl historical (medieval Christian wars) (历史用语)圣战The Crusades took place over a period of about 400 years.the cue for [sb] to do [sth] n (signal, prompt to action)提示某人做某事的信号When the hostess yawns, that is the cue for her guests to leave.当女主人打哈欠时，那就是提示客人离开的信号。the culinary arts npl (cookery skills)烹饪；烹调艺术；烹饪法Simon's skill in the culinary arts was limited to boiling an egg.西蒙的厨艺仅限于煮鸡蛋。curiosity killed the cat expr (being curious can be dangerous)好奇害死猫；不要好奇危险的事the curse n figurative, slang (menstruation) (俚语)月经；月经期；大姨妈Mary calls her period "the curse."玛丽称自己的月经期是“大姨妈”来串门。the curtain n figurative, uncountable (end of show)闭幕；落幕The actors can't relax until after the curtain.不到演出落幕，演员一刻也不能放松。curve, the curve n (epidemic curve)流行病曲线；疫情曲线cushion the blow, soften the blow v expr figurative (make impact of [sth] less harsh)减轻打击；缓解影响the cut and thrust of [sth] n figurative (lively competition)激战；激烈的竞争cut in line (US), jump the queue (UK) v expr informal (go in front of others waiting)插队I get annoyed when people cut in line in front of me.cut [sb] off at the knees v expr figurative, informal (humiliate)使丢脸；蒙羞A man in the audience heckled the comedian, but her witty comeback cut him off at the knees.cut [sth] off at the knees v expr figurative, often passive, informal (thwart, cause to fail)断送...的未来cut the mustard v expr figurative (meet requirements for [sth])符合要求；达到标准cut to the chase v expr figurative, informal (get to the point)切入正题；开门见山cut [sb] to the quick v expr (severely hurt [sb]'s feelings)切中要害；戳到痛处the daily grind n (everyday work routine)日常工作After two weeks in Venice, it was hard to return to the daily grind.the Dakota npl (members of Sioux tribe)苏人，苏族人the damned npl (condemned people)下地狱的灵魂；下地狱的人Hieronymus Bosch painted marvelously detailed depictions of the damned suffering torments in hell.damnedest, the damnedest adj informal (confusing, surprising)令人吃惊的damp, the damp n (moisture)湿气；潮湿The house had been neglected, and damp crept in through cracks in the walls. It had been raining, but she didn't mind the damp.这所房子一直无人照管，湿气从墙上的裂缝侵入。雨一直下，不过她并不在意潮湿。dance the night away v expr figurative, informal (spend the evening dancing)彻夜跳舞；跳舞到天明Sometimes when you feel really good, you just want to dance the night away.the Dane n (Shakespearean character: Hamlet)哈姆雷特备注: 莎士比亚著名悲剧《哈姆雷特》的主角丹麦王子Countless essays have been written about the mental state of the Dane.the Danish npl (people of Denmark)丹麦人Have the Danish accepted the euro?the dark n (lack of light)黑暗He couldn't see the phone in the dark.黑暗中，他看不到电话。the dark n (without electricity) (停电带来的)黑暗状态The town was left in the dark after the storm.暴风雨过后，全城停电，陷入黑暗。Day of the Dead n (celebration: All Souls)墨西哥鬼节the day shift, plural: the day shift n (one or more daytime workers)日班工人Don't worry about cleaning that up: the day shift will do it in the morning.不用你打扫，日班工人早上会来收拾的。dead, the dead npl (people no longer alive)死人；死者There are a lot of dead buried in that cemetery.那个墓地里埋了很多死人。the dead center (US), the dead centre (UK) n (exact centre, precise middle)正中；当中dead in the water expr (boat: with engine failure) (指船等)引擎失灵dead in the water expr figurative (failed, no longer viable)失灵；出现故障the Dead Sea n (body of salt water in Middle East)死海The Dead Sea is a huge salt lake between Israel and Jordan lying 422 meters below sea level.dead to the world adj slang, figurative (asleep)酣睡Once he is asleep he is dead to the world: we can make noise if we want.the deaf npl (hearing-impaired people)聋人；聋子Barbara's own deafness was an asset in her work as teacher of the deaf.芭芭拉自己是聋人，这很有助于教授其他聋人。the deafblind npl (people unable to hear and see)聋盲者deal with the consequences, take the consequences v expr (accept) (非正式用语)接受（自己的行为带来的）后果Let's just do it now and deal with the consequences later.deal with the consequences, take the consequences v expr (suffer)承受后果The president did it but it was his successor who had to deal with the consequences.那件事是总统所为，但承受后果的是他的继任者。the deceased n slightly formal, invariable (dead person or people)死者；往生者；亡故者；过世者There will be a short memorial service for the deceased on Wednesday at 11am.周三早晨十一点，我们将会为亡故者举行一次简短的追悼会。the Declaration of Independence n (US act, pronouncement) (美国法案)《独立宣言》the Declaration of Independence n (US document) (美国立国文书)《独立宣言》dedicated to [sb]'s memory, dedicated to the memory of [sb] expr (in tribute)为纪念某人After Samantha died, her parents created a scholarship fund dedicated to their daughter's memory.the deep n (sea)海渊；深渊The giant octopus came out of the deep and approached the submarine.巨型章鱼从幽深的海渊中游上来，接近了潜艇。deepest, the deepest adj (going down the furthest)最深的The divers prepared to go down to the deepest underwater cave.deepest, the deepest adj figurative (most meaningful)最深刻的；最意味深长的This is the deepest poem I've ever read.deepest, the deepest adj figurative (most intense)最深切的He wrapped his arms around her and gave her the deepest kiss of her life.define the parameters of v expr (set the limits of)设定…的界限In order to produce a good design, we must first define the parameters of the use of the product.the definition of [sth] n figurative (perfect example) (比喻义)...的化身；...的典型；...的绝佳代表Julie had always been the definition of good health, so her friends were shocked when she suddenly became seriously ill.朱莉一直是健康的化身，所以当她忽然罹患重病，她的朋友们都非常震惊。the Deity n (God, Supreme Being)神；上帝the Deluge n (Biblical: the Flood)洪水When the Deluge came, Noah summoned the animals to his ark.the dentist, the dentist's n (dentist's office)牙科诊所Alan went to the dentist because he had toothache.deny the obvious v expr (refute a clear truth)不顾事实；闭目塞听There's no point in denying the obvious.the departed n invariable (dead person, people)死者；逝者Let's say a prayer for the departed.the Depression, the Great Depression n (Great Depression: 1930s economic crisis) (指20世纪30年代的)经济大萧条备注: 特指20世纪30年代的经济大萧条Many who grew up in the Great Depression are very frugal.许多在那场经济大萧条中长大的人们都十分节俭。the depths of [sth] npl (most severe period)最严重的部分；最强烈的部分；最艰苦的时段Our neighbour's cheerfulness survives even the depth of winter.desires of the flesh npl literary (lust) (书面语)肉欲The pastor preached against lust and sinning due to desires of the flesh.the despair of [sb] n (person, thing: cause of despair)令...感到失望的人或事物The rebellious girl was the despair of her teachers.despite the fact that conj (even though)尽管Despite the fact that he had revised really hard, Billy could not answer a single question on the exam paper.尽管他真的很努力地复习，但比利仍无法解出试卷上任何一道题。the devil, the Devil n often capitalized (religion: evil being, Satan) (宗教)撒旦，魔鬼The preacher warned his congregation not to allow the Devil to tempt them.牧师警告教众勿让魔鬼诱惑自己。the devil interj (emphatic expletive, mild oath) (感叹语)见鬼，该死，究竟，到底The devil, he will; I'm putting a stop to it right now. Who the devil told you that?见鬼，他一定会的；我这就要阻止它。究竟是谁告诉你那些的？the Devil incarnate n figurative (embodiment of evil, [sb] wicked) (比喻恶人)魔鬼的化身A great many people regard Hitler as the Devil incarnate.在许多人眼里，希特勒就是魔鬼的化身。the Devonian n (geology: Paleozoic Era period)泥盆纪diamond in the rough n (have great potential) 没有提供翻译 the Diaspora, the diaspora, the Jewish diaspora n (dispersal of Jews from Palestine) (犹太人的)大流散dice roll, roll of the dice, roll of the die n (games, gambling: act of throwing dice)掷骰子；掷色子die the death, die a death v expr UK, informal (cease to be popular)销声匿迹The fashion for Sanskrit tattoos seems to have died the death.the Digest, the Pandects n (compendium of Roman law)罗马法典the dingbats npl Aus, slang (delirium tremens)震颤性谵妄the Directory n (French history) (法国历史)督政府dirt, the dirt n slang, figurative (gossip) (比喻)流言蜚语，恶意中伤的话Have you heard the dirt on Tara?the disabled npl dated (handicapped)残疾人Many of the people we once called 'the disabled' prefer to be referred to as 'people with disabilities'.the disadvantaged npl (underprivileged persons)贫困人群；下层人群A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this product will go towards helping the disadvantaged.the disappeared npl (people secretly abducted or murdered)失踪的人；失踪人口It is difficult to find out exactly what happened to the disappeared during the military dictatorship.dish of the day n (restaurant's daily special)今日特色菜The dish of the day at Williamson's is roast duck with your choice of vegetables.dish the dirt v expr figurative, slang (share gossip)聊八卦dish the dirt on [sb] v expr figurative, slang (share gossip)聊…的八卦the dispossessed npl (people who are dispossessed)被剥夺财产者，被驱逐者，一无所有者distant past, the distant past n (a time long ago)很久以前；古老的过去The light you see from stars is light from the distant past.the Divine n (God)神性the Divine n (godlike aspect of humans)神圣者the Divinity n (God, divine being)神；神性备注: Sometimes written in lower case.do all the talking v expr informal (be the only one to speak)一个人（不顾他人）夸夸其谈I'll do all the talking when we negotiate the price.do me the favor of doing [sth] (US), do me the favour of doing [sth] (UK) interj (please would you)请帮我做…；请帮我一个…的忙do the best you can v expr (try your hardest)尽你最大努力Just do the best you can. That's all anybody could ask for.do [sb]'s bidding, do the bidding of [sb] v expr (do as [sb] orders)遵从...的要求；听从…的命令The servants were there to do his bidding.do the conga, do a conga, dance a conga, dance the conga v expr (dance in a long line)跳康茄舞do the dirty work v expr figurative, slang (perform a disagreeable task) (口语)做苦活，做苦工She no longer had servants to do the dirty work for her.do the dishes, wash the dishes (US), do the washing-up, wash up (UK) v expr informal (wash plates, etc.)洗碗I'll cook for both of us if you promise to do the dishes afterwards. Our dinner guests offered to do the washing-up.如果你保证饭后洗碗，我就为咱们俩做饭。来用晚餐的客人提请洗碗。do [sth] the hard way v expr (make [sth] unnecessarily difficult)吃力不讨好do [sb] the honor of doing [sth] (US), do [sb] the honour of doing [sth] (UK) v expr (do [sth] out of kindness, respect)愿意为某人做某事；有幸为某人做某事do the honors (US), do the honours (UK) v expr (perform a ceremony)尽地主之谊do the honors (US), do the honours (UK) v expr informal, humorous (serve drink or food)带头；领头Time for tea, I think. Shall I do the honors?do the impossible v expr (achieve [sth] not thought achievable)完成不可能完成的任务；迎接巨大的挑战The UN Secretary did the impossible by getting the two sides to sit down for peace talks.do the job v expr informal (get the result you want)获得成功；起作用do the nasty v expr slang (have sex)做爱；发生性关系do the right thing v expr (act correctly)做对的事It's not too late for you to start doing the right thing.改邪归正还不晚。do the shopping expr (do the grocery buying for a family, etc.)采购食品杂货；买食品杂货do the trick expr (be sufficient for)达到理想的结果dog in the manger n figurative (person: mean)自己不享用又不让别人享用的人；占着茅坑不拉屎的人You have lost interest in her but you won't let your brother ask her out, aren't you being a bit of a dog in the manger?dog-in-the-manger adj figurative (mean spirited)损人不利己的；占着茅坑不拉屎的备注: Hyphens are used when the term is an adjectivethe dog's bollocks, the mutt's nuts npl UK, vulgar, figurative, slang (top quality, the best) (形容非常棒，粗俗语)屌炸天the doing n (act)做，行动；所作的事，所作所为The doing of the deed requires more effort than just talking about it.这件事做起来比说起来要费力。ⓘ这句话不是该英语句子的翻译。 你应该反省一下自己最近的所作所为。the doldrums n figurative (person: depressed state) (指人)忧郁，意志消沉，无精打采Brett has been feeling in the doldrums since his favorite team lost the championship. Eva fights the winter doldrums by planning the garden she will plant in spring.布莱特最喜欢的球队在冠军赛中失败了，从那时起他就一直很消沉。为了消除冬季的忧郁心情，伊娃计划自己春天在花园里打算栽种的植物。the doldrums n figurative (economy: slow period) (指经济)不景气，萧条The country's economy is in the doldrums now, but it should improve as the seasons change. The country struggled to pull out of the economic doldrums.国内经济现在正处于萧条期，但过几个季度应该就会有所改善。国家正尽力走出经济萧条。the doldrums npl (geography: equatorial region)赤道无风带Violent storms can appear without warning in the doldrums.the dollar, the US Dollar n uncountable (US currency)美元The dollar is strong against the Japanese yen these days.the dollar n uncountable (non-US currency) (加拿大、澳大利亚等国的货币单位)元Australia and Canada have currencies named the dollar.the Dolomites npl (mountain range in Italy)多洛米蒂山don't judge a book by the cover, don't judge a book by its cover interj proverb (appearances can be deceptive)别以貌取人She definitely looks trustworthy, but don't judge a book by its cover.Don't look a gift horse in the mouth. expr figurative (Be grateful for [sth] free.)不要挑剔礼物。I was disappointed that the antique vase my aunt gave me had a chip in the rim, but my mother said, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth."don't rock the boat interj figurative (do not cause trouble) (比喻)别找麻烦了The arrangements are already made, so don't rock the boat.the dope on [sth] n informal, dated (information: secret)内幕消息；内部情报；底细If you want the dope on anything, see Lucy; she always knows all the latest office rumors.要想打听内幕消息，就去找露西，办公室最新的传言她总是知道。a dose of the clap n slang (venereal disease) (俚语)花柳病，淋病Paul had unprotected sex and ended up with a dose of the clap.dot the i's and cross the t's, dot your i's and cross your t's v expr figurative (attend to detail)一丝不苟；注重细节the downs npl UK (rolling country)延绵起伏的山丘Sheep were grazing on the downs.The Downs n UK (range of low ridges in England) (英国)唐斯丘陵Bill took his children to fly their kites on the Downs.The Downs n UK (sea area in England) (英国)唐斯海域, 唐斯锚地The Downs are an area of the sea off the east coast of Kent.down in the dumps, in the dumps expr figurative, informal (miserable)愁眉苦脸；闷闷不乐Kate has been down in the dumps since she failed her exam.down in the mouth, down-in-the-mouth adj informal (sad)垂头丧气的，沮丧的，闷闷不乐的Down the hatch! interj slang (drinks toast)走下船舱口；消失在舱口下Down the hatch, everybody!down the line, further down the line expr figurative, informal (in the future) (非正式用语)今后，以后down the line expr (to the next person or people)接下来的人；后继者；后来人down the road adv figurative, informal (in the future)将来，今后We're planning to have kids somewhere down the road, maybe in five years or so.down the road adv (further along the street)马路那头This is number 17 Main Street; number 25's down the road in that direction.down to the wire expr figurative (close to the deadline)最后关头；最后一刻downstairs, the downstairs n (ground floor of a building)底层；一层；一楼The couple who are renting downstairs seem really nice.租别墅一层的那对夫妇似乎人很不错。draft, the draft n US (compulsory military service)征兵；服役There hasn't been a military draft since the Vietnam War.越南战争以后就没有再征过兵。drag [sb] over the coals, rake [sb] over the coals, haul [sb] over the coals v expr figurative, informal, often passive (reprimand [sb])训斥；谴责drag [sb] through the mud v expr informal, figurative (dirty [sb]'s reputation) (名誉)诋毁；玷污The biased reporter dragged the senator's name through the mud.draw a line in the sand v expr figurative (set an acceptable limit, boundary)划定界限；划清界限draw [sb]'s attention, draw the attention of [sb] v expr (attract, interest)吸引…的注意The street entertainer drew the attention of a large crowd.那位街头艺人引来了一大群人的注意。draw the curtain on [sth], draw the curtain over [sth] v expr figurative (bring to an end)让...落下帷幕；结束；给...画上句号draw the line v expr figurative, informal (set a limit or restriction)设定底线If we allow some people to do this, then where do we draw the line?draw the line at [sth], draw the line at doing [sth] v expr figurative, informal (set a limit or restriction)划界限；拒绝做I went out for a few beers, but I drew the line at doing shots.draw the short straw v expr (stuck with an unwanted task, fate)不得不做最苦的差事；不得不做最困难的事the Dreaming, the Dreamtime n (Australian aboriginal worldview)澳洲土著的泛灵信仰The Dreaming is a key concept in Aboriginal culture.dressed to the nines, dressed up to the nines adj informal (dressed formally or elegantly) (习惯表达)盛装的Everyone was dressed to the nines at the inauguration ball.the drill n figurative, informal (routine, procedure) (俚语)常规，规定程序, 规程When the CEO visits the office, what's the drill?the drink n figurative, dated (body of water) (比喻，过时用语)水域，湖，海He leaned over the railing and fell into the drink.drive [sb] round the bend v expr slang, figurative (make insane) (俚语)把....逼疯You're driving me round the bend!drive [sb] up the wall v expr informal, figurative (irritate [sb])使…大怒driving under the influence n (operating a vehicle while drunk)不清醒驾驶；酒后驾驶drop the ball v expr figurative (fail to do one's part)撂挑子；推掉任务The company dropped the ball when the product was late in reaching some key markets.the drums npl (percussion: in a band)架子鼓Sally plays the drums in a rock and roll band.萨莉在一个摇滚乐队里打架子鼓。DUI n US, uncountable, written, initialism (driving under the influence) (driving under the influence缩写)酒后驾驶，醉酒驾车，酒驾；吸食毒品后驾驶，毒驾In this state, driving under the influence is punishable by up to a year in jail.during the day adv (in the daytime, in daylight hours)白天；在白天Nocturnal animals, like owls, sleep during the day and hunt during the night.during the night adv (in the night time, at night)在夜间I heard an eerie sound during the night; it turned out to be an owl in the garden.the Dust Bowl n historical (drought in 1930s America) (美国上世纪30年代)黑色风暴the Dutch npl (people of the Netherlands)荷兰人The Dutch are natives of the Netherlands.荷兰人是来自荷兰本国的人。dyed-in-the-wool adj figurative (confirmed)彻底的He'll never vote for a Democrat; he's a dyed-in-the-wool Republican.他是个彻头彻尾的共和党人，绝对不会把票投给民主党的。the dying npl collective (people near death) (合称)垂死之人，将死的人It is important to provide appropriate care for the dying.为垂死之人提供妥善护理，这点非常重要。earliest, the earliest adj (soonest possible)最早的；最快的The earliest time the doctor can see you is 8.30 AM.earliest, the earliest adj (first ever) (有史以来的第一个)最早的, 最先的Archaeologists think they have found evidence of the earliest inhabitants.earliest, the earliest adv (before all others) (在其他的前头)最早地, 最先地；率先地Whoever arrives earliest, please turn on the heat.the earliest n (earliest in the day) (一天中)最早的What's the earliest that I can ring you in the morning?earth, the earth, Earth, the Earth n uncountable, often capitalized (planet: the world)地球The Earth revolves around the sun.地球绕着太阳转。the earth's crust, the Earth's crust n (outermost layer of our planet)地壳ease the situation vi (make things less difficult)缓和局势；使事情变得好办ease the situation vi (reduce tension within group)缓和紧张关系；缓和局势He tried to ease the situation by cracking jokes.the East n dated (East Asia) (尤指远东)东方，东方国家，东半球Have you ever been to China or anywhere else in the East?你到过中国或东方的任何国家吗？easy on the eyes, easy on the eye adj informal, figurative (good looking)悦目的，好看的I don't know who she is but she's very easy on the eyes.easy on the eyes, easy on the eye adj (not tiring to look at)看起来不累的，不伤眼的Staring at the television for a long period of time is not easy on the eyes.be economical with the truth v expr UK, euphemism (lie, not tell whole truth)隐瞒部分事实；没有完全说实话eighteenth, 18th, the eighteenth, the 18th n (in a series, list: 18th item, person)第十八个；第十八人Your office is the eighteenth on the left.the eighteenth, the 18th n (eighteenth day of month) (日期)18 日，18 号I have a big exam coming up on the eighteenth.the eighteenth of, 18th, 18th of, the 18th, the 18th of n UK (eighteenth day of specified month) (日期)18 日，18 号The school is holding its summer fete on the 18th June.the Eighteenth, XVIII n (eighteenth monarch, pope with name) (君王名号)十八世备注: "XVIII" is spoken as "the Eighteenth"King Louis XVIII of France was in exile for 23 years.eighth, 8th, the eighth, the 8th n (in a series, list: 8th item, person)第八个，第八位Her parents had nine children, and she was the eighth.the eighth, the 8th n (eighth day of the month) (一个月的第八天)八号，八日Wednesday the 8th is the last day of school.Paul starts his new job on the eighth.the eighth of, 8th, 8th of, the 8th, the 8th of n UK (eighth day of specified month) (英式)日期备注: The written form "8 June" may also be used.We'll be sending out wedding invitations soon; make sure you keep the eighth of June free!the Eighth, VIII n (8th monarch with specified name) (第八位帝王)八世备注: 'VIII' is spoken as "the Eighth"Henry the Eighth was the king of England from 1509 to 1547.eightieth, 80th, the eightieth, 80th n (in a series, list: 80th item, person)第八十个Harry was the eightieth out of 1000 students, based on his GPA.the eighties, the '80s npl (decade: 1980s) (二十世纪)八十年代Miranda looks older, but actually she was born in the eighties.elbow [sb] out of the way v expr (push [sb] aside)用肘将某人挤开An old lady elbowed Dan out of the way as he was trying to get on the bus.the elder n (older of two) (两者中)较为年长的I know they are brothers, but which is the elder?我知道他们俩是兄弟，但哪个人较为年长？the elderly npl (old people)老年人； (新加坡)乐龄人士Do we do enough for the elderly in our society?对我们社会中的老年人，我们做的够吗？eldest, the eldest adj (oldest)最老的Which of the justices is the eldest?the eldest, [sb]'s eldest n (child: born first)老大My eldest is a lawyer; my other two daughters are still at college.the elect npl (those chosen)挑选After passing the difficult test, Chris felt he had entered the small circle of the elect.the elect npl (those chosen by God)拣选者The preacher preached that only the elect will have salvation after death.the electric chair n (execution apparatus)（死刑）电椅The electric chair is arguably more humane than the guillotine.the elements npl (adverse weather)糟糕的天气You need a waterproof jacket to protect you against the elements.你需要一件防水夹克，免得碰到糟糕的天气。the elements of [sth] npl (basics of a subject)基本原理；基础The book covers the elements of the subject.eleventh, 11th, the eleventh, the 11th n (in a series, list: 11th item, person) (序列)第 11 个Kim's name is the eleventh on the list.the eleventh, the 11th n (eleventh day of the month) (日期)第 11 日，第 11 天Today is the eleventh.the eleventh of, 11th, 11th of, the 11th, the 11th of n UK (eleventh day of specified month) (特定月份的日期)11 日，11 号备注: The written form "11 November" may also be used.Armistice Day is commemorated on the 11th of November.the Eleventh, XI n (11th monarch with specified name) (君王名号)11 世备注: 'XI' is spoken as "the Eleventh"embrace the devil v expr figurative (accept [sth] you hate)接受邪恶的想法Embrace the suck interj slang (military: accept harsh reality) (军队用语)拥抱王八蛋；接受逆境the employed npl (people in work)雇员；雇工The employed outnumber the unemployed in this country.the end, the end of [sth] n (destruction)毁灭；末日It's the end of the world as we know it.the end n slang, dated (the best) (俚语，旧时用语)最棒的, 最好的I love John Coltrane. He's the end!The End n written (book, film: indicating the finish) (电视等)剧终, 完"The End" appeared on the screen in giant letters.“剧终”两个大字出现在屏幕上。be the end v expr UK, dated (be exasperating)令人恼怒；气死人"Honestly, Tabitha, you're the end!" said her mother in an exasperated voice.the end justifies the means expr (result is more important than method)为达目的不择手段end of the month n informal, figurative (payday)发薪日； (指发工资的日子)月底end up on the scrap heap v expr informal, figurative (be discarded)被废弃；被作为废物抛弃end up on the scrap heap of history v expr informal, figurative (be forgotten)被扫进历史的垃圾堆；被历史遗忘His well-intentioned efforts have ended up on the scrap heap of history.the end-all n (ultimate goal)终极目标，最终目标the enemy of [sth] n figurative ([sth] hostile)不利物，危害物； (比喻)敌人Ignorance is the enemy of progress.the engine of [sth], an engine for [sth] n figurative (stimulus) (比喻)刺激, 刺激物； (比喻)导火索, 加速器This latest government policy is likely to prove the engine of the party's destruction.the English npl (people of England)英国人The English drink tea.英国人喝茶。enjoy the use of [sth] v expr (have available)享有；拥有The property enjoys the use of a marina and tennis court.enjoy the use of [sth] v expr (take pleasure in)享用；享受地使用We are enjoying the use of our swimming pool.the Enlightenment n historical (18th century: power of reason) (18世纪)启蒙运动Reason began to push aside religious faith in the Enlightenment.启蒙运动时期，理性开始将宗教信仰挤到一边。enter the scene v expr (appear or come into play) (戏剧)入场Hamlet enters the scene from stage left, not stage right!entertain the idea of [sth] v expr often negative (consider)考虑...的想法He wouldn't entertain the idea of her cooking for him that evening.entertain the idea of doing [sth] v expr often negative (consider)考虑做...the environment n (the natural world)自然环境The environment is changing because of global warming.由于全球变暖，自然环境在变化。the envy of [sb] n ([sth] coveted)被嫉妒之物；被羡慕之物Carol's long blonde hair is the envy of all her friends.卡洛金发及腰，是所以其他朋友的羡慕对象。the equivalent of [sth] adj + prep (same as)与...相同的；与...相等的；等于...My new car cost the equivalent of a year's salary.我在新车上花的钱等于一年的薪水。err on the side of, err on the side of [sth] v expr (act in a certain way)偏向于；宁失于；重点放在the establishment, the Establishment n often capitalized (social, political order)社会秩序；社会体制The rebels wanted to overthrow the Establishment.革命者意图推翻现有社会秩序。estimate the value of [sth] vtr (guess monetary worth of)估计…的价值；给...估值the Eurozone, the eurozone n (countries using the euro)欧元区The economy within the Eurozone is very strong at present.evacuate your bowels, evacuate the bowels, move your bowels v expr (defecate)排便For proper digestive health, it is necessary to evacuate the bowels regularly.This patient is unable to completely evacuate his bowels.the eve of [sth] n figurative (period prior to [sth]) (比喻)前夜The eve of war was a time of fear and anticipation.the Evening star n (Venus as seen after sunset) (太阳落山后的金星)昏星the Everglades n US (Florida marshland)佛罗里达大沼泽the evil eye n (cursed stare)诅咒的眼神；恶毒的眼神She believed someone had put the evil eye on her cattle, causing them to sicken and die.the evil eye n figurative (angry or unpleasant gaze)凶狠的目光She was obviously jealous and gave me the evil eye when no-one was looking.the Exchequer n UK (government department) (英国)财政部The Exchequer is in charge of taxation and revenue.the executive n (government) (政府)行政院；行政部门；执法部门The executive passed a law forbidding discrimination.行政部门通过了一项禁止歧视的法律。expose [sth] to the air v expr (leave uncovered)使…暴露于空气中extinct in the wild expr (species: only alive in captivity)野外绝灭；野生灭绝Extreme Unction, anointing of the sick, Last Rites n (Catholicism: rites for [sb] about to die) (天主教)临终涂油礼Grandmother received the sacrament of Extreme Unction when she was very ill; she received it again just before she died.the eye of [sth] n figurative (centre)中心She always likes to be right in the eye of things.她总是喜欢处于事情的中心。the eye of [sth] n figurative (storm, hurricane: centre) (风暴等)中心；风眼The eye of the hurricane was clearly defined.龙卷风的风眼非常分明。f-word, the f-word n (euphemism for fuck)脏话，粗话face the chop v expr informal (person: facing job loss)即将失去工作；即将被炒鱿鱼face the chop v expr informal (establishment: facing closure)即将关张；即将倒闭face the music v expr figurative, informal (confront [sth]'s consequences) (比喻，非正式用语)承担后果His only option was to go home and face the music.the facilities npl (toilet)厕所nI went into the café to use the facilities.与孩子打交道时的驾轻就熟，是儿科护士所必备的能力。the fact of the matter n (the truth)实际情况；事实真相the facts of life npl (sex education)性知识，性常识If the parents don't teach their children the facts of life the school system will have to do it.the fag end of [sth], the fag-end of [sth] n UK, figurative (last part of [sth])末尾；结尾The novel is set in London at the fag end of the 19th century.the fair sex, the fairer sex, the gentle sex, the gentler sex n dated, offensive (women, girls) (旧语，具有侮辱性)女性，妇女It's a myth that the fair sex aren't as cool-headed as men.the faithful npl (Christian believers) (基督教)教友The pastor preached to the faithful.the faithful npl (loyal members of a group)政党或团体的忠实成员The faithful came together in their thousands to hear their leader's rousing speech.the faithless npl (atheists)无神论者Missionaries were sent to convert the faithless.the Falklands, the Falkland Islands npl (islands near South America)福克兰群岛The climate of the Falklands is humid and cold.福克兰群岛气候潮湿寒冷。fall, the fall n US (autumn)秋；秋天；秋季Classes will resume in the fall.秋天的时候又会重新开课。the Fall, the Fall of Man n (Bible) (基督教)人类的堕落In the Bible, the serpent brought on the Fall.fall by the wayside v expr figurative (be abandoned)半途而废；中途退出Generally, all of Imogen's projects fall by the wayside after a month or two; she gets bored too easily.fall out of the habit v expr (no longer do [sth] regularly)脱离习惯；不再习惯I used to go to the gym three times a week, but now I've fallen out of the habit.fall through the cracks, slip through the cracks v expr figurative (be overlooked or missed)未加注意，疏忽，粗心大意fall through the net v expr figurative (be overlooked or missed)被漏掉；被忽视All the factors were in place to catch him but somehow he managed to fall through the net.the fallen npl euphemism (soldiers killed in battle)阵亡者；烈士；英烈The graveyard had gravestones for each of the fallen and missing.墓地中伫立着每位烈士和失踪战士的墓碑。the fallout from [sth] n figurative (aftermath of [sth])后果The mayor is dealing with the political fallout from the speech he gave earlier this week.fan the flames (of [sth]) v expr figurative (intensify, encourage)煽风点火；煽动；火上浇油The politician is trying to fan the flames of anti-immigrant sentiment.the fancy n archaic (people following a sport)体育迷the far left n (politics: extreme left wing)极左派；极端左翼the far right n (politics: extreme right wing)极右派；极端右翼the far side n (the other side)另一边，另一侧，对面the Faroe Islands, the Faroes npl (islands in Atlantic Ocean) (位于北大西洋)法罗群岛farthest, the farthest adj (most distant) (距离)最远的； (时间)最久远的On a clear day, you can see the farthest mountain from here.在晴天，你从这里能看到远处的山峰。farthest, the farthest adv (over the longest distance)最远地Out of all of my siblings, I've traveled the farthest.farthest, the farthest, furthest, the furthest adv (to the greatest extreme)最大程度上地；最大限度地the faster n (quicker of two)更快的那个Out of the leopard and the cheetah, which is the faster?猎豹和美洲豹哪个更快？the Fates npl (Greek goddesses) (希腊神话)命运女神The Fates have the power to decide a man's destiny.命运女神有能力决定人的命运。the Father n (Trinity: God) (基督教)圣父The Trinity refers to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.be fed up to the back teeth of doing [sth], be sick to the back teeth of doing [sth] v expr figurative, informal (be exasperated by [sth] repeated)烦透了；失望透顶备注: also "with doing sth"She said angrily that she was fed up to the back teeth of hearing us bicker.feed the meter, feed the parking meter v expr figurative (insert coins)投币I have to feed the parking meter so I can stay another hour.feel strongly one way or the other v expr (have a passionate opinion)对...态度强烈备注: Used in negative sentences, in questions, or where there is doubt.feel the pinch v expr (be in financial difficulties)感到手头拮据，感到手头紧feel the weight of [sth] v expr figurative (be burdened by)感觉到…的重量；承担...重担With all the problems facing him, Mark felt the weight of the world on his shoulders.面对如此多的问题，马克感到整个世界都压在他的肩上。the few npl (minority)少数人The few who knew him well, loved him dearly.了解他的人不多，但都非常爱他。fewest, the fewest adj (smallest number of)最少的This year the program received the fewest applications ever.fewest, the fewest n (smallest number)最少Richard's group had the most members, and Sally's had the fewest.fifteenth, 15th, the fifteenth, the 15th n (in a series, list: 15th item, person) (人或物的序数)第十五人；第十五个Chris was the fifteenth to cross the finishing line.the fifteenth, the 15th n (fifteenth day of the month) (日期)十五日I have a doctor's appointment on the fifteenth.我在十五日有医生的预约。the fifteenth of, 15th, 15th of, the 15th, the 15th of n UK (fifteenth day of specified month) (日期)15 日，15 号Easter Sunday falls on 15th April this year.the Fifteenth, XV n (15th monarch with specified name) (君王名号)十五世备注: 'XV' is spoken as "the Fifteenth"Louis the Fifteenth ruled France from 1715 to 1774.路易十五于1715年至1774年期间统治法国。fifth, 5th, the fifth, the 5th n (in a series, list: 5th item, person)第五位；第五名Kyle was fifth in line.凯尔排在第五名。the fifth, the 5th n (fifth day of the month) (一个月的第五天)五号Don't worry; I'll be back in time for your concert on the fifth.别担心，我会赶回来出席你五号的音乐会的。the fifth of, 5th, 5th of, the 5th, the 5th of n UK (fifth day of specified month) (日期)五号备注: The written form "5 September" may also be used.The school term starts on 5th September.学校新学期九月五号开始。the Fifth, V n (5th monarch with specified name) (君主、帝王)五世备注: 'V' is spoken as "the Fifth"George the Fifth came to the British throne in 1910.乔治五世于1910年登上英国王位。fiftieth, 50th, the fiftieth, the 50th n (in a series, list: 50th item, person)第五十个Of the people who entered the 5k race, Melanie was the fiftieth.the fifties, the '50s, the 50s, the '50's, the 50's npl (decade: 1950s) (二十世纪的)五十年代Some people feel nostalgia for the fifties, but they don't realize the social problems that were prevalent during that era, such as racism and sexism.很些人很怀念五十年代，但他们没有考虑到那个年代普遍存在的社会问题，比如种族歧视和性别歧视。fight your way to the top v expr figurative, informal (struggle to succeed)奋力爬上顶端；登上巅峰She fought her way to the top of the company.a figment of the imagination, a figment of your imagination n ([sth] imagined)想象的事物；虚构的事物The monster isn't real; it's a figment of the imagination.fill in the blanks v expr UK, informal, figurative (make inferences)推断the filth n UK, pejorative, slang (police) (警察的贬称)条子The robbers ran away when they saw the filth arriving.find the answer v expr (devise solution)找到答案；寻求到答案The problem may seem insoluble right now, but you're sure to find the answer somehow.这个问题现在看似无法解决，但不管怎样你肯定会找到答案的。find the key to [sth] v expr (to a puzzle, problem)找到...的答案； (比喻)找到打开...的钥匙I know I could solve this puzzle if only I could find the key to it.find the product of [sth] v expr (mathematics: multiply)计算...的乘积find time to do [sth], find the time to do [sth] vtr + n (activity: fit in)抽空；挤时间（做某事）I am very busy, but I will try to find time to see you.find time for [sth], find the time for [sth] vtr + n (activity, event: fit in)有空做...Many people complain they cannot find time for reading.the fine print, the small print n figurative (terms and conditions) (比喻)细则，条款If only I'd read the fine print, I wouldn't have lost so much money.finest, the finest adj (of highest quality)最佳的；质量最优的This is the finest flour you'll find for making bread.这是用来做面包的最好的面粉。finest, the finest adj (most slender)最纤细的, 最细的The finest veins cannot be seen with the naked eye.最纤细的静脉用肉眼是看不到的。finest, the finest adj (purest)最纯净的；最洁净的Only the finest gold is used in our jewellery.我们的首饰只使用最纯的黄金制作。finest, the finest adj (most elegant)最雅致的；最精美的People in the finest fashions arrived at the banquet in limousines.穿着最精致的人士乘坐豪华轿车来到宴会现场。the Finnish npl (people of Finland)芬兰人The Finnish are proud of their national culture.芬兰人对本国文化感到自豪。fire in the belly, fire in your belly n figurative (passion, enthusiasm)热情；抱负firm up the details v expr informal (confirm, decide)确定；敲定（合同等）细节The two sides are meeting to firm up the details of the agreement.first, 1st, the first, the 1st n invariable (in a series, list: 1st item, person)第一个I like the first better than the second.比起第二个，我更喜欢第一个。the first, the 1st n (first day of the month) (日期)一号We don't get paid again until the first.我们一号才会再发工资。the first of, 1st, 1st of, the 1st, the 1st of n UK (first day of specified month) (一个月的第一天)1号备注: The written form "1 May" may also be used.In France, the first of May is a public holiday.在法国，五月一号，是法定假日。the First, I n (1st monarch with specified name) (君主)一世备注: 'I' is spoken as "the First"Queen Elizabeth the First was 25 years old when she came to the throne.女王伊丽莎白一世登基时年仅25岁。take the first step v expr figurative (initial action towards goal)踏上征程；迈出第一步James took the first step to becoming a doctor by beginning a medical degree.the First World n potentially offensive (industrialized non-Communist countries)第一世界the First World War, World War One, World War I, the Great War n (international conflict 1914-1919) (1914 - 1919年)第一次世界大战the first-named n invariable (person or persons named first)首要人士；主要人员；首要负责人Martin is the first-named on the policy, so all correspondence is addressed to him.first-past-the-post adj (winner of race)获胜的Pete won some money because he bet on the horse that was first-past-the-post.first-past-the-post n (election by simple majority)得票最多者当选First-past-the-post is the electoral system used to elect parliament in the UK.fit the bill, fill the bill v expr (exactly what's needed)刚好符合要求；正好满足需要fit the mold (US), fit the mould (UK) v expr (match, correspond to)符合；与...匹配；相称fix the price v expr (agree on cost)确定价格；商定价格；定价The management team met to fix the price for selling their newest product line.fix the price v expr (collude to set price) (卖方串通)垄断定价；价格操纵There's no point in shopping around for a cheaper one. The shopkeepers all know each other round here and fix the price.flash in the pan n idiom ([sth] promising which then disappoints)空欢喜一场；好景不长；昙花一现After four weeks of rain we had a sunny morning yesterday, but it turned out to be just a flash in the pan.flatten the curve v expr figurative (virus: reduce rate of infection)压平曲线备注: 在疫情出现的早期采取措施，延缓疫情高峰期到来并并减少峰值确诊人数the flesh n (human body)肉体；身体The preacher railed about the temptations of the flesh.那个布道者严厉地斥责了肉体的诱惑。flesh of the fruit n (pulp: soft inside part of fruit)果肉In this recipe, I discard the flesh of the fruit and only use the peel.the flicks npl dated, slang (cinema)电影院Let's go to the flicks tonight; it's ages since we saw a movie.我们今晚去电影院吧。我们好久没有看电影了。flip a switch, flip the switch v expr (activate a control)打开开关；按下开关flip [sb] the bird, flip the bird at [sb], give [sb] the bird v expr US, slang (make vulgar middle-finger gesture)竖中指the Flood n (Biblical disaster) (圣经)灭世洪水，大洪水According to the Bible story, Noah built an ark to escape the Flood.the floor n figurative (stock exchange)交易厅；交易所The floor was active with trading today and many people made money.the floor (part of legislative chamber)议员席；全部参会人员flu, the flu n abbreviation (influenza)流感，流行性感冒Fred stayed home from work because he had the flu.弗雷德得了流感，所以待在家里没去上班。flush the toilet v expr (lavatory: use flush)冲马桶；冲厕所；冲水Please flush the toilet after you've used it.the flies n (theater: space over the stage) (剧场)悬吊系统，悬吊挂景The scenery was lowered from the flies.fly in the face of [sth] v expr figurative (contradict completely)与...形成鲜明对比；与...完全不同fly in the ointment n figurative (small flaw, impediment)白璧微瑕fly off the handle v expr figurative, informal (lose temper)发火；失去控制；失去常态My dad flew off the handle when I told him I'd crashed the car.fly the coop v expr figurative (escape)逃离；逃脱fly the nest v expr (bird: leave nest) (鸟)离巢fly the nest v expr figurative (leave parents' home)长大离家，独立生活follow in [sb]'s footsteps, follow in the footsteps of [sb] v expr figurative (do as [sb] else has done)步...的后尘follow in [sb]'s footsteps, follow in the footsteps of [sb] v expr figurative (take the same career path as [sb] else)步...的后尘；继承...的事业He wanted to follow in his brother's footsteps and become a football player.She followed in her mother's footsteps and became an artist.follow on the heels of [sb], follow on [sb]'s heels v expr figurative (do the same as [sb])跟某人做的一样；仿效The young singer wanted to follow on the heels of his famous father.follow on the heels of [sth] v expr figurative (come after)紧随其后；紧紧跟在…后面They were afraid a large tidal wave would follow on the heels of the earthquake.follow the crowd v expr (copy what others are doing)随大流；从众She was truly unique, always refusing to follow the crowd.follow the rules v expr (obey instructions)遵守规则Most things work more smoothly when we all follow the rules.He was a maverick who thought he didn't have to follow the rules.follow-the-leader, follow-my-leader n (children's game)模仿游戏the following n (what follows)接下来的内容；接下来的部分备注: Used with a singular or plural verb depending on what comes after it.The following will explain the importance of eating fruits and vegetables.接下来的部分会解释吃蔬菜水果的重要性。foot the bill vi (pay the costs)付帐；负担费用；买单The Insurance company refused my claim, so I had to foot the bill for repairs myself.for the asking expr (easily obtainable)唾手可得；轻易即可得到Gill doesn't need her old bike; it's yours for the asking.for the attention of [sb] adv (intended for [sb] to read)由...收信；由...处理；致for the birds adj (inferior, undesirable)毫无价值的；荒唐可笑的；无聊的This cheap paper's for the birds: it keeps tearing and jamming in the printer.for the duration adv (for as long as [sth] lasts)在...期间At the outbreak of war, the young man was drafted for the duration.for the foreseeable future expr (for now)在可以预见的未来for the fun of it expr (purely for enjoyment)为了取乐；为了开心；好玩They love taking a drive in the country just for the fun of it.for the hell of it adv (for no particular reason)没有什么特别的原因；仅为取乐He often says hello to strangers in the street just for the hell of it.for the life of [sb] expr informal (however hard you try)无论如何；即使要了我的命I cannot for the life of me remember my next-door neighbour's name.for the love of prep (out of love for)出于对…的爱I like gardening just for the love of seeing things grow.for the love of God interj (expression of frustration)看在上帝的份上John, for the love of God, just sit quietly for a minute and let me think!约翰，看在上帝的份上，请安静地坐一会儿，让我想想！for the moment adv (for now)现在；当前；当前Well, I think we're OK for the moment.for the most part adv (mostly, largely)多半；在很大程度上；大体上I agree with you for the most part, but still have a problem with the timing of the plan.我大体上同意你，不过就计划的时间问题还有些意见。for the nth time adv (yet again)第n次；0多少次了；0多少次了For the nth time, please don't slam the door!for the people adj (populist, popular)为了大众，代表人民，平民主义的Politicians always tell us they are for the people.for the period of prep (between: specified dates)在…期间He is to be incarcerated for the period of no less than five years.for the present expr (for now, temporarily)现在；暂时；当前for the purpose of expr (in order to)为了…目的A committee was formed for the purpose of determining the cause of the fire.为了确定火灾的原因，我们成立了一个委员会。for the purpose of expr (in regards to)关乎到；涉及到Let us assume, for the purpose of this discussion, that the mayor will be reelected.for the reason that expr (because)因为；由于for the record adv (officially, openly)以供备案；记录在案For the record, it wasn't me who left the back door open when we went out.for the sake of [sb/sth] prep (for the good of)为了；为了…的利益，为了…的好处Some couples stay together for the sake of their children. She gave up smoking for the sake of her health.许多夫妻继续待在一起，是为了孩子。为了她的健康，她戒烟了。许多夫妻继续待在一起，是为了孩子的好处。for the sake of [sth] prep (because of, for)为了；因为The mugger attacked the old man for the sake of a few pounds.为了几英镑，抢劫犯袭击了那名老人。for the sake of argument expr (hypothetically)假设，假定Let us imagine, for the sake of argument, that the Prime Minister decided to resign.for the time adv (for that era's attitudes)现在，目前，暂时for the time being expr (temporarily)暂时My car fell apart so I'm using my bicycle for the time being.我的车坏掉了，所以我暂时骑自行车。for the umpteenth time adv informal (yet again) (俚语)数不清的，一次又一次的For the umpteenth time ... will you children be quiet?for the world, for all the world expr (for any amount of money) (常用于否定)无论如何也；怎样也备注: always used after a negativeOf course I'll come and see your play; I wouldn't miss it for the world.for [sb]'s benefit, for the benefit of [sb] expr (for [sb]'s sake)为了你好；为了你的利益For your benefit, I recommend you quit smoking.为了你好，我建议你戒烟。for [sb]'s/[sth]'s benefit, for the benefit of [sb/sth] expr (to create impression for)为了；为了...好；为了...的利益The celebrity struck a pose for the benefit of the cameras.the forces of nature npl (earthquakes, hurricanes, etc.) (地震、飓风等)大自然的力量，自然之力Designing buildings to resist the forces of nature, especially earthquakes, is a challenging task.the fore n (boat, ship, plane)船头The shipwright attached the boom to the fore of the ship.造船者将下桁固定在船头上。the foregoing n formal (what precedes)前面提到之事；前述内容In light of the foregoing, we have decided to cancel the event.鉴于上述情况，我们已决定取消这项活动。the Forerunner n (religion: precursor) (施洗约翰)先行者John the Baptist is considered the forerunner in Christianity.施洗约翰被认为是基督教的先行者。fork in the road n (path that splits into 2 directions)岔路Take a left when you come to the fork in the road.fork in the road n figurative (decision point) (决策)分岔路口Ryan had reached a fork in the road; should he get a job or go to university?the former n (first of two mentioned)前一个；前者I have a dog and a cat. The former barks while the latter meows.我有一只狗和一只猫。前者发出狗吠，而后者则会猫叫。fortieth, 40th, the fortieth, the 40th n (in a series, list: 40th item, person)第四十个Bridget was fortieth on the list.Fortune favors the brave (US), Fortune favours the brave (UK) expr (To succeed, take risks)命运青睐勇者；天佑勇者Go ahead and accept the job in France; fortune favours the brave.the forties, the '40s npl (decade: 1940s) (二十世纪)四十年代Grandpa was born in the forties.爷爷是四十年代出生的。the Forum n historical (public space in ancient Rome) (古罗马)广场The Forum was the heart of ancient Rome.the four corners of the earth, all four corners of the earth, the four corners of the globe npl figurative (every part of the world)天涯海角；世界各地；全球各地fourteenth, 14th, the fourteenth, the 14th n (in a series, list: 14th item, person) (序数词)第十四人；第十四个Amber was the fourteenth out of one hundred runners to finish the marathon.the fourteenth, the 14th n (fourteenth day of the month) (日期)14 日，14 号Maisy will arrive in Tokyo on the fourteenth.the fourteenth of, 14th, 14th of, the 14th, the 14th of n UK (fourteenth day of specified month) (日期)14 日，14 号My great-grandfather celebrated his 100th birthday on the 14th of June.the Fourteenth, XIV n (14th monarch with specified name) (君王名号)十四世备注: 'XIV' is spoken as "the Fourteenth"Louis the Fourteenth ruled France from 1643 to 1715.路易十四于1643年至1715年期间统治法国。fourth, 4th, the fourth, the 4th n (in a series, list: 4th item, person)第四I can remember the first three rules but I've forgotten the fourth.我记得前三个规则， 但忘了第四个。the fourth, the 4th n (fourth day of the month) (一个月的第四天)4号David left on the 1st of April and is coming back on the 4th.戴维德是4月1号离开的，会在4号回来。the fourth of, 4th, 4th of, the 4th, the 4th of n UK (fourth day of specified month) (日期)四号，四日备注: The written form "4 June" may also be used.Tom has a dentist appointment on the fourth of June.汤姆预约在六月四号去看牙医。the Fourth, IV n (4th monarch with specified name) (君主、帝王称号)四世备注: 'IV' is spoken as "the Fourth"Louis IV took the throne in 939 CE.路易四世在公元939年登基。the Fourth, the 4th n US, informal (Fourth of July) (七月四日)美国独立日There will be a neighborhood barbecue on the Fourth.fraction of the cost n (small part of total price)一小部分费用The house painter is quoting $8,000 to paint the house, but we could do it ourselves for a fraction of the cost.freedom of the press n (right to print opinions)新闻自由；出版自由；消息自由The reporter refused to tell the police who gave him the information, citing his rights under freedom of the press.the French npl (people of France) (总称，常用作复数)法国人The French are known for their wine.法国人以酒出名。the French Revolution n (France: 1789 overthrow of monarchy) (1789年推翻君主政体)法国大革命The French Revolution was inspried by the success of the American Revolution, so they say.the fringes of [sth], [sth]'s fringes npl figurative (edge, outside mainstream)边缘；社会边缘The fringes of popular culture are where the most interesting art is made.流行文化的边缘地带正是最有趣艺术的诞生之地。from the beginning adv (from the very first moment)从一开始I said it from the beginning, I will never be completely monogamous!from the bottom of [sb]'s heart expr (with deep sincerity)发自内心地；发自肺腑地from the cradle to the grave expr (throughout the whole of one's life) (比喻一生)从摇篮到坟墓；从生到死；整个一生He was sickly from the cradle to the grave, but he lived to the age of 102!from the ground up expr figurative (from the beginning)从头开始from the heart adv (sincerely)衷心地；发自内心地；诚心诚意地She read her love poems to me from the heart.When he began to cry, we knew that his apology was truly from the heart.from the horse's mouth expr (first-hand, directly from the source) (消息、情报等)直接得来地，一手地Of course it's true - I got it straight from the horse's mouth.from the neck up adv informal (mentally, psychologically)心理上From the neck up she's fine, but she has a lot of medical problems.from the neck up adv (with your mind, with thought)用脑子，靠脑子If you would do a little more work from the neck up, you would not have to sweat so hard.from the start expr (since the beginning)从一开始；起初from the word 'go', from the word go expr figurative, informal (from the very first moment)一开始就His company was doomed from the word 'go'.front of the house n (façade of house)房屋的正面The front of the house mimicked a Neo-Gothic facade.front of the house n (rooms towards front of a house)房子里前面的屋子，房子里靠前门的屋子Whenever I come in the back door my dog runs from the front of the house to greet me.foam at the mouth, froth at the mouth v expr (produce foamy spittle)口吐白沫If a dog is frothing at the mouth it may have rabies. The horse foamed at the mouth as it ran.如果口吐白沫，那么狗就可能得了狂犬病。那匹马奔跑时口吐白沫。foam at the mouth, froth at the mouth v expr figurative, informal (be furious)气得口吐白沫, 非常生气The governor was frothing at the mouth after she was accused of misconduct.frozen to the spot expr figurative (unable to move with fear, shock)愣住；呆住the fruit of [sth] n figurative (progeny)结果；产物That child is the fruit of her extra-marital affair.那个孩子是他婚外情的产物。the fruits of [sth], the fruit of [sth] n figurative (result of an effort) (比喻)成果；结果；果实；结晶After years of work, the fruits of his labour began to show.工作多年后，他的劳动果实终于开始显现。fruits of the forest npl (mixture of different berries)混合浆果This yoghurt is made with fruits of the forest.fruits of the forest, fruits-of-the-forest n as adj (flavored with various berries)混合浆果味的At his dinner party, Rav served fruits of the forest ice cream.fudge the issue v expr informal (be vague, obscure)掩盖问题；模糊问题fulfill the terms of [sth] (US), fulfil the terms of [sth] (UK) v expr (comply with conditions)履行…条款；遵守…条件If you fail to fulfill the terms of the contract, you may be sued for breach of contract.the full monty n UK, slang (everything)所有的，一切I wouldn't be eating again all day so, I went for the full monty: sausage, bacon, fried eggs, mushrooms, and tomatoes.the fundamentals npl (basic rules)基本原则；基本规则Can you teach me the fundamentals of tennis?你能教教我网球的基本规则吗？the funnies npl US (comic strips)连环漫画I always read the funnies before anything else.furthest, the furthest, farthest, the farthest adj (at the greatest distance) (far的最高级)最远的Which mountain is furthest?furthest, the furthest, farthest, the farthest adv (to, for the greatest distance)最远Out of all of the runners, Jack can run furthest.furthest, the furthest adj figurative (at the greatest degree)最大程度的I would never do that; it's the furthest thing from my mind.furthest, the furthest adv figurative (to, for the greatest degree)最远The poet finds her poetry is best when she allows her thoughts to wander the furthest.the far reaches of [sth], the furthest reaches of [sth], also US: the farthest reaches of [sth] npl (most distant part)...的最远端the Furies npl (goddesses) (希腊神话)复仇女神The Furies are Greek deities of vengeance.the Gabonese npl (people of Gabon)加蓬人民gain the confidence of [sb] v expr (become trusted by)赢得；获得…的信心；信任I have managed to gain the confidence of our newest client.He gained the confidence of his managers through his excellent work.gain the upper hand v expr figurative (attain an advantage: over [sb])占上风；取得优势An early goal has given the Blues the upper hand in the match.Galilee, the Galilee n (region in northern Israel)加利利the Galilee, the Sea of Galilee n (lake in Israel)加利利湖the gallows n (execution by hanging)绞刑She deserves the gallows for what she did to him.她对他做了那样的事，应处以绞刑。the gang n informal (friends)朋友们；一群朋友Robert went to hang out with the gang on Saturday.罗伯特周六跟自己的朋友们出去玩了。the gas n US, informal (accelerator) (汽车等的)油门，加速器The driver stepped on the gas and passed the truck.司机踩下油门，超过了那辆卡车。gather up the courage, gather the courage v expr (be brave enough)鼓起勇气I would ask her to dance if I could gather up the courage.gather up courage to do [sth], gather up the courage to do [sth], gather the courage to do [sth] v expr (be brave enough to do [sth])鼓起勇气做某事Jane is gathering up the courage to ask her boss for a pay rise.general of the army n (high-ranking military officer)陆军五星上将Genoese, the Genoese npl (people of Genoa)热那亚人the gents npl informal (men's toilets)男厕所Patrick popped out to the gents.get in the sea, get in the bin v expr UK, figurative, informal (expressing contempt) (表蔑视)回到海里去get in the sea, get in the bin interj UK, figurative, informal (expressing contempt) (表蔑视)回到海里去get in the way vi (be an obstacle)挡路；妨碍；阻碍I couldn't see much of the parade because a tall fat man got in the way.get it in the neck v expr figurative, informal (be reprimanded, criticized)被斥责；被惩罚I got it in the neck from my dad for staying out till 3 A.M.get off on the right foot v expr figurative (have a good start)开头顺利；一开始就很顺利get off on the wrong foot v expr figurative (have a bad start)出师不利；一开始就不顺利get off the ground v expr figurative (project: start well)顺利开始Without funding, the project will never get off the ground.没有资金，这个项目将无法顺利启动。get [sth] off the ground v expr figurative (start: a project) (指项目或任务等)启动，开始I have a great idea for a business, but I'll need money to get it off the ground.get off the point v expr informal, figurative (digress)脱离主题；偏题The lecturer was getting off the point and some of the students had stopped paying attention.get on with the job v expr informal (do [sth] without delay)马上开始干…get out of bed on the wrong side, get up on the wrong side of the bed v expr figurative, informal (be irritable)今天脾气不好；今日心情不佳get out of the way v expr informal (move aside) (障碍等)不挡道，被弄开The truck finally got out of the way and I was able to turn right.get [sth] out of the way v expr informal, figurative (task: complete)完成；将…解决掉Let's get the cleaning out of the way: then we can do something fun.get the ax (US), get the axe (UK) v expr figurative, informal (be fired, lose your job)被开除；被炒鱿鱼Bob was worried he would be the next person in the office to get the axe.get the ax (US), get the axe (UK) v expr figurative, informal (TV show, etc.: be cancelled) (电视节目等)被取消get the ball rolling, start the ball rolling v expr figurative (initiate [sth])开始…get the better of [sb], get the best of [sb] v expr (defeat)战胜；打败Manchester United managed to get the better of Liverpool with an impressive 4-0 victory.get the boot v expr figurative, slang (be dismissed)解雇；被开除She was terrible at her job and it didn't surprise me when she got the boot.get the breaks v expr informal (have lucky opportunities)交好运get the check v expr US (restaurant: request the bill)结账If no one wants dessert, let's call the waitress and get the check.get the chop v expr informal (person: be dismissed from job)被开除；被炒鱿鱼get the chop v expr informal (establishment, scheme: be closed)被关闭；被取缔；被关停get the drop on [sb], have the drop on [sb] v expr US, informal (draw gun faster than)比...更快出手；比...更快掏枪get the drop on [sb], have the drop on [sb] v expr US, informal (have at a disadvantage)让...处于劣势；取得相对于...的优势get the feeling, get the feeling that v expr (with clause: sense)有...的感觉；觉得get the goods on [sb] v expr informal, figurative (get secret information)了解某人的秘事；获知某人的秘密get the hang of [sth], get the hang of doing [sth] v expr informal (learn to do)学会…；掌握…的窍门I took her ice-skating for the first time, and she got the hang of it right away.get the hang of [sth] v expr informal (understand)明白；理解At first the movie made no sense to me, but after a while I got the hang of it.get the heave-ho v expr figurative, slang (be rejected, dismissed)被免职；被解雇Because of the company's poor performance, several of the senior managers got the heave-ho.get the heebie-jeebies v expr informal (be unnerved, nervous)变得神经过敏；就会紧张兮兮I get the heebie-jeebies just thinking about being alone in the house at night.get the hump v expr UK, slang (become annoyed, indignant)闷闷不乐；令人窝火get the idea v expr informal (understand)理解；明白The game is easy to play and children soon get the idea.get the impression, get the impression that v expr (with clause: sense)有印象；留下印象I'm getting the impression that the election didn't really change anything.get the jump on, get a jump on, have the jump on, have a jump on v expr US, informal (gain an initial advantage)抢占...的先机；捷足先登get the knack v expr informal (acquire special technique)找到窍门Playing barre chords is easy, once you get the knack.get the lay of the land v expr informal, figurative (become familiar with [sth])熟悉一下情况；了解一下状况get the message v expr (understand a hint)了解别人所说；明白所说的意思get the nod v expr informal, figurative ([sb]: have permission)获得首肯；获得许可When I got the nod from my boss, I started making plans for the launching of the new product.get the nod v expr informal, figurative (be permitted)被许可；被批准My new project has just got the nod from senior management.get the picture v expr figurative, informal (understand)理解；懂得You get the picture? His 'business trips' were actually visits to his mistress.get the point v expr (understand)理解；明白get the sack v expr UK, informal (be dismissed from job)被辞退，被解雇，被开除； (俚语)被炒鱿鱼Harry got the sack after he was found guilty of theft.get the shaft v expr US, slang (receive unfair treatment)亏待；受到不公平对待get the sulks v expr informal (fall into sullen mood)生闷气；心里不开心get the third degree from [sb] v expr informal (be interrogated)受到某人的审问；受到某人的审讯get the upper hand v expr figurative (gain advantage)具有优势；占据有利条件The game lasted for hours before one team got the upper hand.get the word out expr (spread news of [sth])放出话来；放出风来The animal rights group is getting the word out about spaying and neutering pets.get to the bottom of [sth] v expr figurative, informal (solve [sth])弄清，弄清楚Nobody will be allowed to go home until we get to the bottom of this and discover who gave the order to sell the shares.get to the point, come to the point v expr informal (speak directly)谈到正题；说到要害It took Natalie a long time to get to the point.Get to the point! interj informal (say what you mean)别绕圈子！有话直说！Get to the point! We haven't got all day, you know.get with the program (US), get with the programme (UK) v expr informal (conform, fall into line)按计划行事；顺应潮流This is the way we do things here, so you need to either get with the programme or find a different job.get your foot in the door, get a foot in the door v expr figurative (succeed at an initial step)成功的开始；迈出成功的第一步get your mind out of the gutter expr (stop your sordid thinking)别想歪了；别乱想"If you pull it hard enough, it gets longer." "Oo-er!" "Get your mind out of the gutter!"the ghost of [sth] n figurative ([sth] from the past)过去事件留下的阴影The president was haunted by the ghost of the past administration.总统被上一执政团队留下的影响所困扰。the ghost of [sth] n figurative (trace)一点；一丝Frank saw the ghost of a frown on his friend's face.弗兰克发现他朋友脸上有了一丝不悦。the gift of gab (US), the gift of the gab (UK) n informal (ability to speak well)口才；巧舌如簧Tim has the gift of the gab; he can sweet-talk anybody.the Gilded Age n historical (era in late 19th century US)镀金时代；镀金年代the girls npl informal (female friends)女性朋友Tonight, I'm leaving the children at home and going out with the girls.今晚我要把孩子们留在家里，自己和女性朋友们出去玩。give [sb] the benefit of the doubt v expr (believe [sb] despite misgivings)姑且认为...是对的；暂且相信When John said he hadn't broken the lamp, I decided to give him the benefit of the doubt and believe him.give [sb] the boot v expr figurative, slang (dismiss [sb]) (俚语)开除；炒鱿鱼They gave him the boot for always being late to the office.give [sb] the brushoff (US), give [sb] the brush-off (UK) v expr figurative, slang (snub [sb]) (某人)忽视；轻视；忽略；不理睬give [sth] the brushoff (US), give [sth] the brush-off (UK) v expr figurative, slang (idea: reject, dismiss) (想法等)不理睬；拒绝；忽视give [sb] the bum's rush v expr slang (dismiss [sb] rudely) (俚语)将某人赶走；将某人打发走give [sb] the bum's rush v expr slang (eject [sb] forcibly) (俚语)将某人轰走；强行驱赶give [sb] the chop v expr informal (dismiss [sb] from job)开除；将某人炒鱿鱼give [sb] the cold shoulder v expr informal, figurative (snub)冷淡；轻视；冷落After the incident, they all gave her the cold shoulder.give [sb] the creeps v expr slang (unnerve [sb])使...毛骨悚然；使...惊恐万分give [sb/sth] the elbow v expr informal, figurative (break with, reject)与...分手；与...决裂；放弃My sister has finally given her no-good boyfriend the elbow. Isn't it about time we gave these old-fashioned customs the elbow?give [sb] the eye v expr UK, informal, figurative (look at [sb] seductively)向…抛媚眼give [sb] the eye v expr US, informal (look at critically)冷冷地看着，瞪了…一眼A woman stole my parking spot, so when I saw her in the store, I gave her the eye.give the finger to [sb], give [sb] the finger v expr (make offensive middle-finger gesture)对...竖中指；向...比中指give the finger to [sb], give [sb] the finger v expr figurative (defy [sb], be disrespectful)叛逆；反抗； (表示不尊)对...竖中指Punk rock has always been about giving the finger to those in authority.give the game away v expr (divulge [sth])泄露秘密；露出马脚give [sb] the glad hand, give the glad hand to [sb] v expr informal (greet insincerely)真诚问候；诚心问候；诚意问候give [sb] the go-ahead, give the go-ahead to [sb] v expr informal (authorize [sb] to do [sth])批准；向...授予许可give the go-ahead for [sth] v expr informal (authorize [sth])授权做某事give [sb] the go-by v expr informal (snub deliberately)故意不理睬；故意忽视give [sb] the heebie-jeebies v expr informal (unnerve [sb])让某人发怵；让某人汗毛倒竖Even thinking about the haunted house gave him the heebie jeebies.give [sb] the horn v expr slang (excite sexually) (俚语)让某人性兴奋；给某人性刺激give the lie to [sth] v expr (prove untrue)证伪；证明...的虚假give [sb] the runaround v expr informal, figurative (be evasive)故意打发某人；搪塞某人；对某人打马虎眼give [sb] the slip, give the slip to [sb] v expr (escape from [sb] following you)甩掉；摆脱give [sb] the third degree v expr informal (interrogate, question)审讯；审问give [sb] the willies v expr slang (make [sb] nervous) (俚语)让某人紧张；使某人焦虑give up the ghost v expr (die)过世；去世give up the ghost v expr figurative (stop functioning)停止运行；不再运转My old printer has finally given up the ghost.given half a chance, given half the chance expr figurative, informal (if allowed, able)但凡有机会；只要有点儿机会I would take that job, given half a chance.given the circumstances adv (in view of the situation)考虑到当前情况the glare of [sth] n figurative (of publicity)公众关注；公众视线All politicians must learn to accept the glare of public scrutiny.所有政客都必须学会接受公众视线的监督。glitter, the glitter of [sth] n (glamour, appeal)引人注目；耀眼光环Denise chose the glitter of a career in showbusiness rather than go to medical school.the globe n figurative (world, planet Earth)世界, 全球；地球All around the globe people are demanding freedom.全球人民都渴望自由。the gloss of [sth] n figurative (superficial appeal, glamor)表面上的光彩；光彩耀人的外在Beneath the gloss of the actor's Hollywood lifestyle lay a troubled personal life.在那个演员光鲜的好莱坞生活外表下他糟糕的私人生活。glow-in-the-dark adj (luminous)发光的Small dots of glow-in-the-dark paint can be applied to your light switches.go against the grain v expr figurative (be unconventional)违反常理；不合常规go against the grain v expr figurative (be uncharacteristic)违反个人的本性；违反自己的原则Your acting dishonestly certainly goes against the grain.go all the way v expr figurative, slang (have sex) (暗指发生性关系)允许一切He wanted to go all the way but she said no.go all the way v expr figurative, informal (completely fulfil expectations)完全符合期望When I began searching for a new house, I didn't expect to find one that went all the way so quickly.go before the bar v expr (appear in court) (法律)上法庭The prosecutor in the Smith case will go before the bar on ethics charges.go by (the name of) [sth] vi + prep (be known as) (名字)叫The criminal goes by the nickname of 'The Black Cat'.这名罪犯的绰号叫做“黑猫”。go down the drain v expr figurative, informal (be wasted)泡汤；化为乌有；付诸东流A lot of the investors saw their entire life savings go down the drain.go down the drain v expr figurative, informal (be ruined)前功尽弃；毁于一旦It was tough to see the family business go down the drain.go down the pan v expr UK, slang, figurative (fail or go wrong)毁掉； (比喻义)泡汤All our holiday plans have gone down the pan.go down the toilet v expr figurative, informal (be lost, doomed)白白浪费；徒劳；前功尽弃go in one ear and out the other v expr figurative, informal (instructions, advice: be ignored)一个耳朵进，另一个耳朵出；当耳旁风go off the deep end v expr figurative (do [sth] extreme)走极端；莽撞行事go off the rails v expr (in socially unacceptable way)越界；出轨Bill went off the rails when he started drinking too much alcohol.go off the rails v expr (not according to plan)出现状况；偏离计划The project went off the rails because of financial problems.go on the fritz v expr informal (break, malfunction)损坏，出毛病；发生故障go on the piss v expr UK, vulgar, slang (visit pubs or bars to get drunk)出去狂饮go on the rampage, go on a rampage v expr (behave destructively)横冲直撞；胡作非为go on the razz, go out on the razz v expr UK, slang (party, go out drinking) (俚语)出去玩；参加轰趴；出去喝酒My mates have all gone on the razz tonight, but I wasn't feeling up to it.go out the window (US), go out of the window (UK) v expr figurative (be discarded or wasted)被抛弃Our vacation plans went out the window when Dad lost his job.go over the hill v expr figurative, informal (leave suddenly, disappear)突然消失；突然音讯全无；突然离开go over the top v expr informal, figurative (praise excessively)极尽赞美，言过其实Alan was always going over the top about how pretty his girlfriend was.go over the top v expr informal, figurative (do [sth] excessively)做事过头；做事过火The celebrity is known to be very generous at restaurants, going over the top by tipping waiters up to 30%.go round the bend v expr slang, figurative (become insane) (俚语)发疯；陷入疯狂I'm going round the bend trying to get through all this work! I can't solve the last crossword clue, and it's making me go round the bend.go the distance, also US: go the route v expr figurative (make it to the end)贯彻始终；有头有尾；有始有终A lot of people thought the boxer wouldn't make it past the first round, but he went the distance.go the distance, also US: go the route v expr figurative (last a long time)持续很久；坚持长久When buying shoes, it's better to spend a bit more money and get some that will go the distance rather than cheap ones you'll have to replace after a couple of months.go the extra mile v expr figurative, informal (make an exceptional effort)加倍努力；尽力go the other way v expr (take a different direction)往另一边走；往另一个方向走go the other way v expr (take the opposite direction)往相反的方向走Joe set off towards the bank and I went the other way towards the post office.乔朝银行方向走，而我则往相反方向的邮局走。go the whole hog, also US: go whole hog v expr informal (do thoroughly)彻底地做一件事；做到底go the wrong way v expr (move in incorrect direction)走错路；找错方向go through the ceiling v expr figurative, informal (cost: be high) (费用等)暴涨，飞涨Pork futures went through the ceiling today at three dollars and forty-two cents per pound.go through the motions v expr (do something half-heartedly)走形式；做做样子go through the roof expr (price, number: rise dramatically) (价格、数字)猛增，飞涨，暴涨go to the bathroom, use the bathroom v expr US (use the toilet)去卫生间；上厕所To avoid extra stops, I always tell the children to go to the bathroom before starting a long trip in the car.go to the devil v expr informal (fail completely, be ruined)彻底完蛋；彻底失败；彻底毁灭go to the devil v expr informal (person: become depraved)完全疯狂；失心疯go to the devil interj informal, potentially offensive (expletive: disgust, rejection) (可能有冒犯性)下地狱吧；去死吧go to the dogs v expr figurative (become much less successful)大不如前；每况愈下go to the mat v expr (argue intensely)吵得不可开交go to the movies v expr mainly US, informal (go to the cinema)去看电影Tony wants to go to the movies this evening.go to the restroom v expr US (use the toilet)去卫生间；上厕所I need to go to the restroom.go to the wall v expr (business: fail) (指生意)失败go to the wall for [sth] v expr (stand up for [sth] at all cost to yourself)为了...不计一切代价go under the hammer v expr figurative (be offered for sale at auction)进行拍卖The building, which dates back to the 1870s, is to go under the hammer later this month.go under the knife v expr informal (have surgery)手术；做手术She is going under the knife on Tuesday.go weak at the knees v expr informal (overcome by attraction to [sb]) (因为被某人吸引)两膝发软go weak at the knees v expr informal (overcome by fear or nerves) (因为害怕或紧张)两膝发软go with the crowd v expr figurative (do what everyone else does)随波逐流；随大流You can make up your own mind, or you can go with the crowd.go with the flow v expr informal, figurative (take a relaxed approach)顺其自然；随遇而安the go-ahead n informal (authorization)批准；许可Developers have got the go-ahead from the council to build on the site.开发商已从那个委员会取得了在该处建房的许可。GOAT, the GOAT n acronym, slang (greatest of all time)史上最伟大This rapper is the GOAT!这位说唱歌手是史上最强的！the gods npl (theater: gallery) (剧院中的)顶层座位We can't afford seats in the stalls, so we have to sit up in the gods.God's will, the will of God n ([sth] determined by God)神的意志；上帝的意志My grandmother says that what happens is God's will.the Godhead n (God)神格, 神性the going n informal (progress)进展情况, 发展形势If the going gets tough at work, ask for help.the Gold Coast n (region in eastern Australia) (澳大利亚)黄金海岸the Gold Coast n (region in eastern Florida) (佛罗里达)黄金海岸the Gold Coast n historical (region in West Africa) (历史上非洲西部)黄金海岸备注: Now Ghana.the good of [sth/sb] expr (benefit, advantage)…的利益Political decisions should always be for the good of the people.政治决议总是应当符合人民群众的利益。the goods npl figurative, slang (information, evidence)消息；情报；新闻The police are hoping that their informer will come up with the goods.警方希望他们的线人能提供情报。the Good Book, the Book n (Christian Bible)圣经The Good Book says, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."the Good Shepherd n (Jesus Christ) (指耶稣)耶稣基督；牧羊人The Good Shepherd guides me through life.耶稣引导我度过一生。the good s*** n vulgar, slang ([sth] of top quality)好东西Taste this bourbon. This is the good s***, man.Gospel, the Gospel n (books of New Testament)福音书The pastor read the Gospel to his congregation during the church service.grab the eye v expr informal, figurative (attract attention)引人注目Wow, that's an outfit that'll grab the eye.the grand scheme of things n figurative (overall organization of world)大计；大蓝图I know you're upset, but in the grand scheme of things, splitting up with your boyfriend isn't that important.the grapevine n figurative (rumours, gossip)小道消息, 传闻According to the grapevine, Don is leaving his wife.据小道消息，唐要离开他的妻子。the grass roots, the grassroots n figurative (origin, foundation)基层，基础，根源grease the wheels, grease the way, grease the skids (US), oil the wheels (UK) v expr figurative (make [sth] go more smoothly)使事情更为顺利进行；疏通关系Richard's friend greased the wheels a little to help him get his job application processed early.grease the wheels for [sb], grease the way for [sb] (US), oil the wheels for [sb] (UK) v expr figurative (make [sth] go more smoothly for [sb])使某人顺利进行grease the wheels of [sth] (US), oil the wheels of [sth] (UK) v expr (make [sth] go more smoothly)使某事顺利进行grease [sb]'s palm, grease the palm of [sb], grease [sb]'s hand, grease the hand of [sb] v expr figurative (bribe) (比喻贿赂)孝敬某人；贿赂某人；买通the Great Depression n (economic crisis of 1930s) (上世纪30年代始于美国的全球性经济大衰退)（经济）大萧条We haven't seen this kind of economic turmoil since the Great Depression.My grandparents were children during the Great Depression.the Great Wall of China, the Great Wall n (defensive structure in China)长城A lot of people go to China just to see the Great Wall.greatest, the greatest adj (best)最好的；最佳的Who is the greatest opera singer of all time?谁是史上最好的歌剧演员？greatest, the greatest adj (largest)最大的The greatest economic growth was seen in Asia last quarter.上一季度，最大的经济增长在亚洲。the Greens npl figurative (politics: Green Party)绿党The Greens are usually small political parties in Europe.在欧洲，绿党通常是些小政党。the green man n UK (pedestrian crossing symbol)行人绿灯；行人通行指示灯the green-eyed monster n figurative (jealousy)嫉妒In the play Othello, Iago calls jealousy a "green-eyed monster".在戏剧奥赛罗中，伊阿古把嫉妒称为“green-eyed monster（绿眼怪）”。the Grim Reaper n figurative (death personified)死神The dying man took to his bed to await the Grim Reaper.那个垂死的人躺在床上，等待死神来临。gripe, the gripes n uncountable (digestive pain, colic)胃绞痛Fiona's baby is suffering from gripe.grist to the mill, grist to [sb]'s mill n figurative (fuel, fodder)有用之物；对...有用之物备注: 原指一种可以研磨为面粉的谷物Guiana, The Guianas n (region of South America) (南美)圭亚那地区the Gulf n (Persian Gulf)波斯湾My grandfather worked on a ship stationed in the Gulf during the war.the Gulf Stream n (Atlantic current)墨西哥湾流The Gulf Stream warms the west coast of Scotland.gum up the works v expr figurative, informal (spoil everything)搞砸；搅黄the guv, the guv'nor, the guvnor n UK, regional, slang (guv'nor: boss)老板The Hague n (city in the Netherlands) (本义，荷兰城市)海牙When we went to Europe, we visited Amsterdam and The Hague.The Hague n figurative (International Court of Justice) (比喻)海牙国际法庭The Hague dictates law on a number of international matters.hair of the dog n figurative, informal (alcohol drunk to cure a hangover)解醉酒the halt npl archaic (Biblical: disabled people)跛行者'Bring in hither the poor, and the maimed, and the halt, and the blind.' - Luke 14:21the handicapped npl dated, potentially offensive (disabled people) (过时用语，具有侮辱性)残疾人，残废The city is working hard to improve access to public transport for the handicapped.hang in the balance v expr figurative (be precarious)悬置；悬而未决Australia's political future hung in the balance after no clear winner emerged in Saturday's election.the hard core n (those most committed to [sth])核心力量；中坚The arduous ascent soon separated the wimps from the hard core.the hard of hearing npl invariable (partially-deaf people)听障者Subtitles are provided for the deaf and hard of hearing.the hard sell n informal (aggressive sales)不妥协销售；强行推销The hard sell is a tactic designed to quickly close a sale.hardening of the arteries n (medical condition: arteriosclerosis)动脉硬化The loss of elasticity leads to hardening of the arteries.hassle, the hassle n (trouble, bother)费心；尽力；忙活Growing your own vegetables means you get to cook with fresh ingredients straight from your garden; it's definitely worth the hassle.种植自己的蔬菜意味着您可以直接从花园里采集新鲜食材来烹饪，这样的劳神费心绝对值得。the hassle of [sth] n (trouble of, bother of)费力去，劳神去Why go to the hassle of baking your own bread when there's a great bakery just across the street.街对面就有一家很棒的面包店，为什么还要亲自劳神费力地烤面包呢？have a bun in the oven, have got a bun in the oven v expr figurative, slang (be pregnant)怀孕；有孕Looking at her from this angle I'd say she's got a bun in the oven.have a finger in the pie v expr figurative (have an interest, share in [sth])对...感兴趣；涉及；关心have a knack for doing [sth], have the knack for doing [sth], have a knack of doing [sth] v expr (have a talent, skill for [sth])在…方面有技巧；在…方面有天赋Carly has a knack for solving impossible problems.have a right to do [sth], have the right to do [sth] v expr (be entitled to do [sth])有权利做某事have all the luck v expr informal (be lucky)幸运；走运You won the lottery? Some people have all the luck.have ants in your pants, also US: have ants in the pants v expr figurative, slang (fidget) (俚语)如同热锅上的蚂蚁She has ants in her pants, that girl. She never sits still!have fun at the expense of [sb], have fun at [sb]'s expense v expr (joke about [sb])拿某人开玩笑；笑话某人The media is currently having a lot of fun at the disgraced politician's expense.have means to do [sth], have the means to do [sth] v expr (have resources to)有办法I have the means to make you talk, Mr. Bond!我有办法让你开口，邦德先生！have the advantage of v expr (benefit from: [sth] extra)有…的优势She has the advantage of being beautiful.have the appearance of [sth] vtr (look like, look as though)看上去像have the audacity to do [sth] v expr (be so bold as to)有胆量做…；鲁莽行事；厚颜无耻地…He had the audacity to question his superior's motives.have the capacity for [sth] v expr (be capable of, be able to)有…的能力；有能力做All men have the capacity for murder, in the right circumstances.have the facts v expr (know the truth of a situation)知道事情的真相；了解情况I can't make any judgement until I have all the facts.have the floor v expr (have a turn to speak publicly)开会时取得发言权The chairman let him have the floor for ten minutes.have the force of [sth] vtr (be as powerful as)有…的效力The Highway Code does not have the force of law.have the gall to do [sth] v expr figurative, slang (be bold enough)厚着脸皮做, 居然有脸做Not only did Emily not pay me back the $20 she owes me, she had the gall to ask if I would lend her another $10. He had the gall to ask whether I was over eighteen.艾米丽不仅没有把欠我的20美元还给我，竟然还厚颜无耻地问我能否再借给她10美元。他竟厚着脸皮地问我是否已满18岁。have the guts v expr slang, figurative (be brave enough)有胆量, 有勇气have the guts to do [sth] v expr slang, figurative (be brave enough)有胆；有种Do you have the guts to tell him the truth?have the heart v expr (be brave or callous enough)有勇气；舍得备注: Usually used in negative sentences, and where there is doubt.Steve wants me to tell Julie that he's leaving her, but I'm not sure I have the heart.have the heart to do [sth] v expr (be brave or callous enough to do)有勇气做某事；舍得做某事备注: Usually used in negative sentences, and where there is doubt.I don't have the heart to tell the children that their hamster died. Do you have the heart to refuse her?have the hots for [sb], have got the hots for [sb] v expr slang (desire [sb]) (俚语)渴望；喜欢；对...垂涎The high school boys claimed to have the hots for their art teacher.have the hump v expr UK, slang (be annoyed, indignant)不痛快；气愤have the idea vi informal (understand, grasp [sth]) (非正式用语)知道，明白，了解have the impression, have the impression that v expr (sense)有印象；形成印象I have the impresssion you do not trust me enough.have the job of [sth] vtr (be charged with)做…工作；负责I have the job of cleaning the swimming pool every week.have the knack v expr (have a special skill, ability)有天赋，有能力；本事，本领have the last word v expr (make the final remark)作最后的辩驳, 说出总结词Amy and Jake can argue with each other for hours because each of them insists on having the last word.have the last word v expr figurative (triumph, win out)说了算, 有最终的决定权Although the students presented compelling reasons for moving the exam from Friday to Monday, the teacher had the last word, reminding them that to do so would cause the class to fall behind schedule.have the look of [sb/sth] v expr (resemble)看起来像You have the look of a woman in love!have the makings of [sth] vtr (show potential as)具有…的素质；具备…的潜力My teacher says I have the makings of a successful artist.have the power vi (be authorized: to do [sth])有权（做某事）You are a policeman and you have the power to arrest him.have the qualifications vi (be sufficiently qualified)足够资格；具备…条件She doesn't have the qualifications to teach high school.have the right v expr (be entitled)有权利You can't talk to me like that! You don't have the right!have the right to do [sth] v expr (be entitled to do [sth])有权..., 有资格...We have the right to be here. You can't make us leave.have the runs v expr slang (suffer from diarrhoea)腹泻；拉肚子You should phone in sick when you have the runs.have the sense of v expr (be as sensible or practical as)没有…该有的官能，没有…该有的智力He doesn't have the sense of a five-year-old.have the sense of v expr (understand, grasp main idea of [sth])理解；领悟I think you finally have the sense of it.have the stomach for v expr figurative (have the courage for [sth])敢于；有勇气备注: Often used in the negativehave the upper hand v expr figurative (have an advantage: over [sb])有优势；占上风have the upper hand v expr figurative (be in control of [sb])掌控（某人）；控制（某人）The thief had the upper hand because he had the gun.have the use of [sth] vtr (be able to use)能用；可用；使用John is paraplegic; he doesn't have the use of his legs.have the use of [sth] vtr (have permission to use)有权使用My friend has said that I can have the use of his garage while he is on holiday.have the wherewithal v expr (have the means)有本领…；有能耐…I'd like to help fund the project, but unfortunately I don't have the wherewithal.have the wherewithal to do [sth] v expr (have the means)有钱做...That school is very expensive; I don't have the wherewithal to pay the tuition.have your back to the wall v expr figurative (be in a difficult situation)被逼到墙角；陷入绝境have your ear to the ground, keep your ear to the ground v expr figurative (be well-informed)随时掌握动向；密切关注情况have your head in the clouds v expr figurative (be a dreamer)异想天开；白日做梦That boy is smart, but he will never amount to much because he has his head in the clouds.have your head in the sand, bury your head in the sand v expr figurative (ignore reality, be in denial) (比喻)把头埋进沙子里，逃避have your heart in the right place v expr figurative (have good intentions)出发点是好的；初衷是好的hazardous to the health adj (dangerous, risky)对健康有害的Swimming after eating can be hazardous to the health.head of the household n ([sb] in charge of family)一家之主；当家人Forget about Dad, my Mum is definitely the head of the household!hear [sth] through the grapevine, hear [sth] on the grapevine v expr figurative (hear a rumor)听说；有流言说the hearing impaired npl (partially deaf)听障者The film has subtitles for the hearing impaired.the heavens npl literary (the sky)天空The heavens shook and the earth trembled.天空震动，大地颤抖。the Hebrides npl (Scottish islands) (苏格兰)赫布里底群岛the heebie-jeebies npl slang (nervousness, anxiety)紧张；焦虑the height of [sth] n figurative (utmost, ultimate)…的巅峰, …的极致When the telephone was first invented, it was the height of technology.电话刚被发明出来时，是科技的巅峰。the help npl dated (people employed in [sb]'s home)佣人，仆人Don't worry about clearing the plates away; I'll get the help to do it.the herd n figurative (mainstream society)普通人，大众It is easier to follow the herd than to defy convention.跟着大众随波逐流比违背传统习俗简单太多。the hereafter n (life after death)死后的生活；往生No one knows exactly what awaits us in the hereafter.the High Renaissance n (16th-century Italian art movement) (十六世纪意大利文化运动)文艺复兴时期兴盛期high street, the high street, the High Street n UK, figurative, often capitalized (retail sector)零售业Discount supermarkets offer the lowest prices on the High Street.折扣超市提供最低的零售价格。highest, the highest adj (position: tallest, loftiest) (位置)最高的The highest floors of the building are residential.这栋大楼最高的几层是居民房。highest, the highest adj (number: of greatest value) (数值)最大的，最高的The team with the highest score wins the game.得分最高的球队在比赛中胜出。highest, the highest adj (top: in a hierarchy) (职位)最高的The problem was ignored at the highest levels of management.最高管理层忽视了这个问题。the highest bidder n (person offering the most money)出价最高的人the highest degree n (greatest extent)最大限度；最高程度the Himalayas npl (mountain range in Asia)喜马拉雅山脉Rick set out for a hiking expedition in the Himalayas.里克出发去喜马拉雅山进行徒步之旅。hit below the belt v expr figurative (not be fair or sporting)采用不正当手段；下暗手hit the books v expr (study)看书；学习My economics course is really difficult; I'm going to have to hit the books every day in order to understand it.hit the bottle v expr slang, figurative (drink alcohol excessively) (俚语，比喻)酗酒After the death of his beloved wife, the young man began to hit the bottle every night.hit the bricks v expr US, figurative, slang (walk the streets)在街上步行；在街头漫步Hit the bricks! interj US, figurative, slang (Go away!) (俚语)走开！；滚开！；起开！hit the deck v expr figurative, informal (drop to the ground to protect oneself) (比喻，非正式用语)卧倒（以保护自己）At the first sound of a gunshot, everybody in the room hit the deck.hit the fan v expr slang (become difficult or unpleasant) (俚语)出了岔子；出情况when the s*** hits the fan expr slang, vulgar (disturbing facts: become public) (俚语，粗俗)暴露于众；公之于众hit the ground running v expr informal, figurative (begin enthusiastically)全力以赴She hit the ground running when she started her new job.hit the ground running v expr informal, figurative (begin fully prepared)驾轻就熟This position requires someone experienced who can hit the ground running.hit the headlines v expr (be prominently featured in the news)成为头条新闻The Governor's career was finished when it hit the headlines that he had used state funds to hire a hooker.hit the high spots v expr informal (go nightclubbing)过夜生活；去夜店玩hit the jackpot v expr (gambling: win the top prize)中头彩She played the slot machines everyday, but had yet to hit the jackpot.hit the jackpot v expr figurative (be lucky) (比喻)获得巨大成功Such a beautiful hotel room for such a low price! We've really hit the jackpot this time!hit the mark v expr figurative (satisfy [sth])达到目的hit the mark v expr figurative (be suitable for [sth])适合；契合hit the nail on the head v expr figurative (be exactly right)正确无比；几位正确Russell's comment really hit the nail on the head.hit the road v expr slang, figurative (leave, start a journey) (俚语，比喻)上路，离开某地开始旅程We rose early and hit the road before 7.00 am.hit the roof, hit the ceiling v expr figurative, informal (person: get angry)暴跳如雷；狂怒When I told my boss what had happened, he hit the roof.hit the sack, hit the hay v expr figurative, slang (go to bed)睡觉hit the skids v expr informal, figurative (get into difficulties)陷入困境hit the skids v expr informal (decline in status or value) (比喻义)走下坡路，下滑hit the skids v expr informal (fail)失败hit the spot v expr figurative (satisfy craving)恰到好处；正好满足hit the target v expr (take successful aim at [sth])击中目标hit the target v expr figurative (achieve a goal)达到目的hit the wall v expr figurative (reach a mental or physical limit)达到极限The marathon runner's endurance hit the wall around the 20th mile.hold the attention v expr (be interesting)使人集中注意力；让人感兴趣The movie had an entertaining beginning, but it failed to hold the attention of the audience for the entire ninety minutes.be left holding the bag, end up holding the bag (US), be left holding the baby (UK) v expr figurative, informal (bear the blame)背黑锅hold the fort, also US: hold down the fort v expr figurative (be in charge temporarily)代管；临时负责I'll hold the fort while you go on your coffee break.hold the line v expr (on phone: wait)稍候；不要挂断Please hold the line while we try to connect you.hold the line v expr figurative (keep things as they are)保持现状hold the phone v expr (not hang up)别挂电话The receptionist asked me to hold the phone while she spoke to Dr Simpson.hold the purse strings v expr figurative (control how money is spent)控制钱包；控制支出hole in the wall n UK, informal (ATM, cashpoint)自动取款机，自动柜员机I need to go to the hole in the wall to get some cash.hole in the wall n US, figurative, informal (small unprepossessing place)小店铺hole-in-the-wall n as adj (shop, etc.: small, hard to notice)狭小的（门店）the holidays npl US (festivities, time off) (尤指12月下旬的)节日季Are you going home for the holidays this year?今年节日季你回家吗？the Holocaust n historical (Nazi genocide) (纳粹对犹太人进行的)大屠杀My grandmother was a survivor of the Holocaust.the Holy Father n (Roman Catholicism: the Pope) (罗马天主教)教皇Hundreds of people showed up in hopes of seeing the Holy Father in person.the Holy Grail n (religion, mythology: sacred cup)圣杯The knights of the round table went on quests for the Holy Grail.the Holy Grail, the holy grail n figurative ([sth] much sought and prized)梦寐以求的事物； (比喻梦寐以求的事物)圣杯Making anything viral is the holy grail of marketing.the Holy Land n (Mid-east region) (中东)圣地the Holy See n (Vatican) (指罗马教廷)圣座On Monday, the Holy See released a statement condemning the violence and calling for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.the Holy Trinity, the Blessed Trinity, the Trinity n (Christianity: God's threefold nature) (基督教)神圣三位一体The doctrine of the Holy Trinity states that there is one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.the homeless n (people)无家可归的人，无家可归者The homeless always suffer from the cold in winter.无家可归者在冬天总会饱受严寒之苦。the homestretch (US), the home stretch, the home straight (UK) n (final stages of race or journey) (比赛、旅程)最后阶段，最后一程As they approached the home stretch, the two runners engaged in a thrilling race to the finish line.the homestretch (US), the home stretch, the home straight (UK) n figurative (final stages of [sth])最后阶段；最后一搏This project has taken almost two years of hard work by the team, but we are now in the home stretch.honk your horn, honk the horn v expr (sound car horn) (汽车)按喇叭，鸣笛Honk the horn if he doesn’t start moving.the Honorable (US), the Honourable (UK) expr (title of honor)阁下备注: followed by the person's nameThe courtroom stood when the Honorable Judge Ruth entered.当露丝法官阁下走入法庭，所有人都站起来了。hope for the best v expr (be optimistic)抱最好的希望I'm not sure whether it will rain; we'll just have to hope for the best.the Horn of Africa n (north-east African region) (非洲东北部)非洲之角The UK is host to tens of thousands of refugees from the Horn of Africa.the host n (eucharist bread)圣饼；圣餐面包The priest served the host at the end of mass.the host n literary, dated (sun, moon, stars)日月星辰See how beautiful is the host of the night sky!hot off the press adj informal (newspaper: freshly printed)刚印刷出的（书，报纸等）；新鲜出炉的消息The club's latest newsletter is hot off the press.hot off the press adj informal, figurative (information: new)新鲜出炉的The latest news hot off the press is that Alice is calling off the wedding.hot on [sb]'s heels, hot on the heels of [sb] expr slang (close behind)紧随；紧追；紧跟The police officer was hot on the heels of the speeding driver.hot on the heels of [sth], hot on [sth]'s heels expr figurative, slang (soon after, subsequent to)紧跟着...hot on the trail of [sb] prep (in close pursuit of)紧追；狂热追逐；就要抓到The police were hot on the trail of the robbery suspect.the hot seat n US, slang (uncomfortable situation)尴尬的处境the hot seat n US, slang (electric chair)电椅the hot seat n (precarious position)尴尬处境；困难处境备注: Used especially in sports with reference to coaches.hot under the collar adj slang, figurative (angry, agitated)发怒的；恼怒的He got very hot under the collar when I politely suggested he might be mistaken.the Hub n US, informal (Boston)波士顿The Hub is home to some of the best seafood restaurants in the United States.the Hudson n (river in New York)哈德逊河humanities, the humanities npl (non-science subjects)人文学科Those studying humanities face an uncertain job market.the hundreds npl (numbers between 100 and 999)几百个The signatures on the petition are now in the hundreds.现在，请愿书上有几百个签名了。hundredth, 100th, the hundredth, the 100th n (100th item, person)第一百个Jasmine was the hundredth on the list of participants.the hungry npl (hungry people as group)饥民Where must the hungry go to be fed?the hunt n (hunting party)狩猎队伍；打猎队伍The hunt crossed the stream in pursuit of the game.狩猎队伍越过小溪继续追赶猎物。I, the I n (psychology: the self)自我；自身How do we distinguish between I and not-I?the icing on the cake n figurative (extra benefit, gain)锦上添花；如虎添翼id, the id n (psychology) (心理学)本我They talked about Freud at school, and now every time he does something wrong, he says his id made him do it.the ides of March npl (15th March: ominous date)不详之日；凶日备注: 原意为3月15日，曾是古罗马人还债期限，亦是凯撒大帝遇刺身亡之日和古罗马历史转折点，因此被视为不祥的日子Beware the ides of March!if the need arises formal (should it turn out to be necessary)如果有必要；如果需要If the need arises I will hire a car to drive you to the airport."if the shoe fits, wear it" (US), "if the cap fits, wear it" (UK) expr figurative (you should accept truth of criticism)要是批评中肯，就接受吧；如果是真的，就承认吧if worst comes to worst, if the worst comes to the worst expr (if the worst happens)如果发生最坏的情况；如果发生最差的情况备注: "If worst comes to worst" is more common in US English, and "if the worst comes to the worst" is more common in UK English.Iliad, The Iliad n (ancient epic poem) (古希腊史诗)伊里亚特the image, the very image, the very image of [sth/sb] n (copy)翻版；酷似之物This painting is the very image of the original.这幅画酷似原作。the image, the very image of [sth] n figurative (embodiment)化身；体现He was the image of male aggressiveness.他是男性争强好胜的典型化身。in all the ages adv literary (throughout history)历代地，历史上各个朝代地，古往今来in hindsight, with hindsight, with the benefit of hindsight expr (in retrospect)事后聪明；事后诸葛亮In hindsight Laura realized that she should have studied harder in school.in large, in the large expr (from a broad point of view)从整体上；从总体上；从大局上If the problem is seen in large, then the solution becomes obvious.in the absence of [sth/sb] prep (given the lack of [sth], [sb])由于...缺席；由于...缺失in the act adv (committing a crime)作案当场；作案当时The police arrived and caught the thief in the act.in the act of expr (while committing: crime, transgression)在作案现场；正在作案The police arrived while he was in the act of stealing the girl's purse.in the affirmative adv (positively, by saying yes)肯定地；首肯地；同意地When asked if he was resident in Chicago, the defendant replied in the affirmative.in the aftermath adv (following a disaster)劫后地The earthquake caused terrible damage, but what happened in the aftermath was even worse.in the aftermath of [sth] prep (following: a disaster) (劫难)在...余波中In the aftermath of the hurricane, many people had to live in temporary accommodation while their homes were rebuilt.in the afternoon adv (every afternoon)每天下午in the afternoon adv (on a given afternoon)某个下午in the afternoon adv (time: after midday)下午；在下午in the aggregate adv (as a whole)总体地；总地in the air expr (flying, in flight)在空中，飞翔，盘飞When I last flew from New York to London we were only in the air for five hours.in the air expr figurative (present)有...的氛围； (比喻)空气中洋溢着，弥漫着On election day, there was a sense of optimism in the air.选举当天，到处弥漫着乐观的情绪。in the air expr figurative (imminent)即将发生地, 临近地The couple, sensing revolution in the air, decided to emigrate.in the altogether expr (naked, without clothing)赤条条；赤裸in the area adv (locally, nearby)在这里；在这附近；在本区域I have lived in the area for ten years and know all my neighbours.in the area of [sth] prep (within the vicinity of)在…附近I would not like to live in the area of a football ground.in the area of [sth] prep (subject: in the field of)在…领域He is an expert in the area of Roman history.in the background adv (behind the focus of attention)处于背景, 在不引人注目的地方This photo has the mountains in the background. The photograph was of a barn with trees in the background.这张照片以山为背景。这张照片是以树木为背景的谷仓。in the background adv figurative (not in the limelight, not prominently)在幕后, 不明显地His personal assistant stays in the background but wields a lot of power.She preferred to stay in the background and not be the center of attention.in the bag adj informal, figurative (assured)板上钉钉的；绝对的；有保证的in the balance adv (in a state of uncertainty)悬而未决的；结果未定的His future is in the balance.in the ballpark expr (within a range)在一定范围内的；大概的in the bargain, into the bargain adv (included)此外；另外；再者The hotel has superb facilities and, into the bargain, is right in the centre of Paris.in the beginning adv (at the start)开始In the beginning I couldn't see anything, but then my eyes became used to the darkness.一开始我什么也看不见，不过随后我的眼睛就适应了黑暗的环境。in the black adj (finance: being in credit)有盈余的；盈利的After paying off all my loans I'm finally in the black again!in the bud adj (plant: not yet blooming) (植物)未开花的in the bud adj figurative (undeveloped, immature)未成熟的；尚在发育中的in the buff adj slang (naked) (俚语)赤裸裸的，赤身裸体的，不穿衣服的I was shocked to find that everyone at the beach was in the buff.in the by-and-by expr (in the future)在未来in the can expr figurative, informal (movie, project: finished)杀青；结束It's a relief to have this project in the can.in the cards (US), on the cards (UK) adj figurative, informal (likely to happen)可能发生in the center (US), in the centre (UK) adv (in the middle)在中心, 在中间in the center of [sth] (US), in the centre of [sth] (UK) prep (in the middle of)在…中间；在…中心in the charge of [sb], in [sb]'s charge expr (in [sb]'s care)由...照顾；由...负责The orphan was placed in his uncle's charge until he reached 18.in the circumstances adv (in view of the situation)在这种情况下My wife's seriously ill. In the circumstances, we won't be going on holiday this year.in the clear adj (safe, out of danger)畅行无阻的；脱离危险的The fox was in the clear after it swam across a wide river.They were in the clear after crossing the raging river.in the clear adj (free of debt, obligations)无债务的；无负担的in the clear adj (free of suspicion)无罪的, 清白的The suspect was able to prove his alibi, so he's in the clear.in the closet adj figurative, dated (secretly gay) (指同性恋)未出柜的in the clouds adv (high in the air)在高空中, 在云层中The summit of Mt. Fuji is often in the clouds and hidden from view.in the clouds, in a cloud adv figurative (in a daydream)做白日梦地，遐想地He always has his head in the clouds, dreaming of his sweetheart.in the cold, out in the cold adv (outside, exposed to cold weather)在户外严寒中The hikers were caught in the cold during the early snow storm.in the cold, out in the cold adv figurative (excluded)被冷落, 吃闭门羹, 被排除在外He was left feeling out in the cold when his friends went to the pub without him.in the cold light of day expr figurative (objectively, dispassionately)事后冷静理智地回想；事后客观地反思in the course of [sth] expr (during a process)在...过程中；在...中in the course of [sth] expr (during a period of time)在...期间in the course of time adv (eventually)在…过程中You'll forget him in the course of time.in the cradle adv figurative (as a baby, during infancy) (比喻)在摇篮中，婴儿时期地，襁褓期地I've known that girl since she was in the cradle, and now she is getting married!in the crib adv figurative (as a baby, during infancy) (比喻)在摇篮中，婴儿时期地，襁褓期地The young mother kept busy with her toddler and one in the crib.in the dark expr (where there is no light)在黑暗中；在无光处The lights in the cave went out, leaving the tourists in the dark.With heavy clouds covering the stars and moon, they walked along the path in the dark.in the dark expr figurative (uninformed, without knowledge of [sth])一无所知地, 不知道地There must be an answer to this problem, but I admit I'm in the dark.这个问题肯定能解开，但我承认我不知道。in the dark of night expr poetic (at nighttime)在晚上In the dark of night, the forest became a menacing place.夜晚，森林成为了一个危险的地方。in the daytime adv (during the day)日间；白天in the dead of night adv (in the middle of the night)半夜三更时；夜深人静时Strange noises in the dead of night can be very scary.in the depths adv (deep, deeply)深地While most fish need sunlight to a degree, certain types swim only in the depths.Certain types of fish swim only in the depths of the ocean.in the depths of adv figurative (extreme despair)最极端地When she broke my heart, I was in the depths of despair.in the depths of adv (deepest part of mine, ocean)在最深处We found the fish in the depths of the ocean.in the depths of despair adv (feeling hopeless, desperate)在极度绝望之中in the direction of prep (towards)朝 ... 方向；沿 ... 方向The crowd looked in the direction of the explosion.I'm heading in the direction of San Francisco.in the distance expr (far away)在远处From the top of the mountain you can see our village in the distance.The explorer saw a clearing in the distance.in the doghouse expr figurative, informal (in disgrace) (比喻)被打入冷宫；失宠；受冷落My husband embarrassed me in front of my friends; he's in the doghouse tonight.in the doldrums adv figurative (miserable, depressed)无精打采地；没精神地He's been in the doldrums all day because his favourite football team lost yesterday.in the east adv (in an easterly region)在东方；在东边A raw north-easterly wind will make it feel much colder in the east.in the end adv (ultimately)最后；最终In the end, it doesn't really matter whether we go to Milan or Barcelona for our holiday; either would be great.最后，我们去米兰还是去巴塞罗那度假并不重要，哪个都不错。in the end adv (finally, eventually)终于He finished his work in the end.他终于完成了工作。in the era of prep (during a period or time of)在…的时代In the era after the Civil War there was great hardship and oppression in many parts of Spain.in the evening adv (every late afternoon, early night)在晚上I generally return from work late in the evening.in the evening adv (on a given evening) (指特定一天)在傍晚，傍晚时分In the evening, straight after dinner, I played a computer game.in the evening adv (time: P.M.) (表时间)傍晚He's coming round at 7.30 in the evening.in the event of [sth] expr (in case of)在…的情况下；如果...发生In the event of a fire, make your way to the nearest exit.in the event that expr (if it happens that)如果；万一In the event that it doesn't arrive, don't worry about it.in the event expr (as it turned out)结果In the event, I didn't need my umbrella; the clouds cleared up and it was a lovely sunny day.in the extreme adv (to an excessive degree)极端；非常He was rude in the extreme.in the eyes of expr (from the point of view of)在…看来In the eyes of my mother, my husband can do no wrong.in the eyes of the law expr (legally)从法律角度而言In the eyes of the law, a person is innocent until proven guilty.in the face adv figurative (head on, directly)直接；正面针对地He stared death in the face when he came off his motorcycle.in the face adv (in the front of one's head)在脸上I'm having persistent pains in the face, doctor.in the face of expr (despite)尽管；即使In the face of all her problems, Mary persisted in her studies.尽管有着诸多困难，玛丽还是坚持自己的学业。in the face of expr (when confronted with)面对In the face of the angry crowd, the speaker maintained her calm.面对气愤的群众，演讲者保持冷静。in the face of death expr (when confronting death)面对死亡；受死亡威胁A bullfighter stands in the face of death every time he goes into the ring.in the far distance expr (visible a long way off)很远处；遥远in the field adv figurative (away from office)在实地；在现场He likes to work in the field, rather than behind a desk.in the final analysis adv (ultimately)归根结底，说到底in the first place expr (firstly)首先；原本；本来Why don't I like him? Well, in the first place, he doesn't wash.我为什么不喜欢他？好吧，首先，他不洗澡。in the first place expr (at the beginning, initially)最开始，最初Why didn't you tell me that in the first place?你为什么最开始没有告诉我？in the flesh adv (in person)本人in the foreseeable future expr (soon)在可预见的未来；在不久的将来There is little indication that the economy will improve in the foreseeable future.in the form of [sth] expr (as)以 ... 的形式；就像…Her reply came in the form of a smile.她以微笑的形式作答了。in the front adv (in a vehicle's forward seats)在汽车前座地I always prefer to sit in the front next to the driver.in the front of [sth] adv (in the forward part of a space)在前面地；在前方地Put the milk in the front of the fridge so it is easy to find.in the fullness of time adv (eventually)最终Yes, he's a strange man, but I think you'll grow to like him in the fullness of time.in the future expr (one day, someday)将来有一天I want to learn how to play the piano in the future.将来有一天，我想要学习如何弹钢琴。in the future, also UK: in future expr (next time, from now on)未来；将来Having lost my savings once, in the future I'll be more careful with my investments.我已经失去了一次积蓄，将来我会更加谨慎地进行投资。in the good old days adv (years ago)在美好的过去；在过去的好时光In the good old days, you could buy Coca Cola for a nickel.in the grave expr (dead)过世；死亡的； (比喻死亡)在棺材中How can you laugh like that with your grandmother in the grave only two days?in the habit of doing [sth] prep (doing regularly)习惯于做某事；有做某事的习惯She was so in the habit of walking home after school that she forgot she needed to visit the store first.in the hands of prep (under the control of)由…处理；由…掌控My manuscript is now in the hands of the editors.Our fate is now in the hands of the insurance company.in the hands of prep (in the possession of)在…手里The report is now in the hands of the review committee.in the heart adv figurative (in the central part) (比喻)在中心部位The hotel we are staying at is in the heart of the old city.in the heat of the moment expr (in anger, passion)盛怒之下；一时激情The couple lost all common sense in the heat of the moment.in the here and now expr (in the immediate present)眼下；此时此地；当前in the hole expr US, figurative, informal (in debt)欠债；负债in the hole expr (sports: with a score below zero) (体育运动)负分in the hope that [sth] (eagerly anticipating that)希望能；怀着 ... 希望I am writing to you in the hope that you will be able to offer me a job.in the hot seat expr slang, figurative (accountable, under pressure)身负重任且处境艰难Jackie's in the hot seat because she's team leader.in the immediate future expr (soon)在不久的将来；不久之后I have no plans to travel in the immediate future because my mother is ill.in the interest of [sth] expr (for the sake or good: of [sth])为了；为了…的利益In the interest of good relations, it's important to get on with your neighbours.In the interest of safety, you should always buckle your seatbelt.in the interests of adv (sake or good of)为了；为了…的利益In the interests of the environment we should recycle our waste products.in the interim adv (in the meantime)在此期间I'm planning to buy a house next year, but in the interim I'm sharing a flat with a friend.in the know adj (informed)知晓内情的；知情的I'll ask my sister which is the best school in town – she's in the know about such things.in the lead adv (winning)处于领先地位；率先Up by thirteen points over the hated Bears, the Wolves are currently in the lead.in the lead-up to [sth] expr (in the period before)在...之前This change was reflected in the opinion polls conducted in the lead up to the election.in the light of prep figurative (in view of, given)鉴于，考虑到In the light of recent developments, it would be appropriate to review the arrangements.in the light of prep (illuminated by)在…的灯光下in the limelight adj figurative (prominent, featured in the news)引人注意的；聚焦的；受人瞩目的He's in the limelight at the moment because he has a new book coming out.in the limelight adv figurative (featured prominently)聚焦目光地；引人注目地His skills as a magician have really put him in the limelight.in the limits of prep (within, restricted by)在…之内；在…的限制内Please make sure the dogs stay in the limits of the garden.in the line of duty expr (while doing a job)在执行公务时，在执勤时The fireman was injured in the line of duty.in the long run expr (eventually)从长期来看，从长远来看It's probably for the best in the long run.It will be a little bumpy at first, but in the long run it will be well worth it.也许从长远来看，这样最好。 // 起初会有一些颠簸，不过从长远来看旅途是值得的。in the long term, in the long-term adv (well into the future)从长远来看，就长期而言The investment in new machinery will cost a lot of money, but will be worthwhile in the long term.be in the loop v expr figurative, informal (be kept informed)知情in the mail, also UK: in the post adj (in postal system)寄出去的，在邮递过程中的My application is in the mail, so you should be receiving it soon.in the main adv (mostly, largely)基本上；大致上I like dogs in the main, but my sister's dog's a nasty vicious specimen.in the majority adj (the largest group)大多数的；大部分的Single women are in the majority at the company I work for.in the majority of prep (in most)大多数地；大体地In the majority of shops, credit cards are an acceptable method of payment.be [sth] in the making v expr (in the process of being created)正在制作；正在创作备注: used with an amount of timeThe film was ten years in the making, and is considered a masterpiece.in the making expr (person: developing) (人)冉冉升起；正在成长, 正在发展With her amazing collection of rocks, young Mia is a geologist in the making.be in the market for [sth] expr (intending to buy)打算购买If you're in the market for a new laptop, here are our top five recommendations.如果您打算购买新笔记本电脑，我们为您推荐五个最佳选择。in the matter of [sth] expr formal (regarding)就...而论；在...方面备注: Often used in legal language, in reference to court cases.in the meantime, in the meanwhile adv (until then, for now)同时；在此期间My car won't be ready until Friday, so in the meanwhile I'm taking the bus to work.我的车周五才能修好，在此期间我只能要乘公交去上班。in the middle adv (in the centre)在中间；在中心The area in the middle is called the bull's eye.在中心的区域被称为in the middle adv (inside)在中间；在内部，在里面This pastry has custard in the middle.这种点心的内部有奶油冻。in the middle of [sth] prep (at the centre of)在…中央The Temple of Confucius is in the middle of the city.in the middle of [sth] prep (time period)期间；在...间Audrey was awoken by a noise in the middle of the night.in the middle of [sth] prep (among)在…的中间；处于…的中央In the middle of the skyscrapers stood one tiny house.in the middle of [sth] prep (still involved in)还纠缠在…之中We were in the middle of an argument when the phone rang.in the middle of doing [sth] prep (still doing)正在做I can't talk to you now. I'm in the middle of fixing dinner.in the middle of nowhere expr figurative (in an insignificant place)在不知名的地方；在荒野之地Richard lived out in the middle of nowhere.in the midst of [sth] expr (in the middle of)在…中；正在…时Californians have been in the midst of a three-year drought.in the mind adv (mentally)在心里；在脑海中This kind of ill-treatment leaves a lasting impression in the mind.in the mind adv (imaginary)想象出来地；幻想地I wish you'd stop worrying about ghosts – they're all in the mind, you know.in the moment adj (mindful)留心的，留意的in the moment adv (without thought of past or future)当下，此刻Buddhism teaches that we should learn to live in the moment and not be overcome by regrets or desires.in the money adj slang (rich, prosperous) (俚语)富裕的，有钱的He won the lottery last week so he's in the money now.in the mood adj (keen, feeling like doing [sth])有心情的；有情绪的Let me know when you're in the mood for a game of chess.in the morning adv (every morning)每天早上；每天早晨I like to read the news and drink an espresso in the morning.我喜欢早上看新闻，喝一杯浓缩咖啡。in the morning adv (on a given morning)在上午I'll come round in the morning for a cup of coffee.我早上会过来喝杯咖啡。in the morning adv (time: of the morning)早上；早晨My children usually wake me up at 6 o'clock in the morning.Audrey came home at 2 in the morning.我的孩子通常在早上6点叫醒我。//奥黛丽凌晨2点才回家。in the name of prep (for: a cause or reason)以…之名in the nature of [sth/sb] expr (having the character, qualities of)是...的天性；是...的本性in the near future expr (soon)在不久的将来；不久之后The exam results will be announced in the near future, but we don't know the exact date.in the negative expr (by saying no)否定地；否决地Fiona was visibly upset when they responded to her request in the negative.in the neighborhood (US), in the area (UK) adv (locally)本地；当地There are several good schools in the neighborhood.in the neighborhood of [sth] (US), somewhere in the region of [sth] (UK) expr figurative, informal (approximately)大约；大概in the news adv (reported on)被作为新闻报道A high school teacher was in the news recently.in the nick of time expr (just before [sth] is too late)非常及时；在紧要时刻；正好赶在关键时刻The doctors got to him in the nick of time and managed to restart his heart.in the night adv (between sunset and sunrise)在晚上；在夜间At some point in the night I awoke to the sound of screaming.in the north adv (in a northerly region)在北面；在北方Poverty in the north is much higher than in the south.in the nuddy expr UK, AU, informal (nude)裸体in the nude adv (naked)裸体； (口语)光着身子Tom finally gave up on pajamas; now he sleeps in the nude.in the offing adv figurative (in prospect, likely)在酝酿中；即将发生There's a merger in the offing so I wouldn't make a decision just yet.in the old days, in the olden days n (a long time ago)久远的时候；久远以前In the old days, there were no colour televisions.in the open, out in the open adv (outdoors)在野外；在户外We slept out in the open last night. We didn't even use a tent.昨晚我们睡在野外，连帐篷都没用。in the open air expr (outdoors)在户外；在露天Food always tastes better when eaten in the open air.in the opinion of prep (according to)根据；照…说的In the opinion of many older people, teenagers have far too much freedom these days.in the oven adv (cooking)在烤箱里I hope you will stay for dinner as I have a beef casserole in the oven.in the past adv (previously)过去；以前In the past I always cycled to work but I live too far away now.以前我都是骑车上班，不过现在我住得太远了。in the past adv (long ago, in earlier times)在过去；在很久以前In the past, long before modern industrialization, all the work was done by hand.在很久以前，远早于现代工业化时代，所有的工作都是靠手工完成的。in the pink adj dated (healthy, on good form) (旧时用语)非常健康的，肤色红润的I am really in the pink today!in the pipeline adv figurative (being developed)在筹备中；在规划中；在讨论中The company has several exciting projects in the pipeline.in the place of prep (instead of, as a substitute for)代替；取代Villa was brought on halfway through the game in the place of Torres.in the pocket of [sb], in [sb]'s pocket expr (under [sb]'s control)在某人控制之下；在某人掌握之中It's well-known that the mafia in this town have the mayor in their pocket.in the presence of [sb], in [sb]'s presence prep (in front of, before: [sb])在…面前；当着…的面Bill never smoked in the presence of his girlfriend. Tom asked Emily not to use language like that in his presence, as he didn't like it.比尔从不在他女朋友面前抽烟。汤姆让艾米丽不要当着他的面说那样的话，因为他不喜欢。in the prime of life, in the prime of your life, in your prime expr (when you are healthiest, happiest)处于人生的巅峰时期，处于人生中最好的年华；年富力强in the process expr (while doing [sth])在这个过程中；在此过程中Janine has been studying German at school, and in the process, she's made new friends.in the process of [sth] expr (during, in the course of)在…的过程中The robber tripped and broke his leg in the process of trying to flee.be in the process of doing [sth] v expr (be doing)正在…I am in the process of applying for a visa to travel to the USA.in the public eye adv (featured prominently in the media)令人瞩目地；聚焦目光地If you're going to be a politician you have to be prepared to live in the public eye.in the public eye adj (prominent, featured in the media)令人瞩目的；聚焦目光的Kate Middleton has been in the public eye since she became engaged to Prince William.与威廉王子订婚后，凯特·米德尔顿就一直备受关注。in the raw adv (naked)裸体； (口语)光着身子When no one was around, they went swimming in the raw.in the raw adj (natural, unrefined)原始的，原原本本的He was no stranger to city politics in the raw.in the rear expr (at the back)在后面While Bunty and I galloped ahead, Sarah trotted along in the rear.in the rear adv (in a vehicle's rear seats)在后座Bill sat in the passenger seat while Sally and I sat in the rear.in the red adj figurative (owing money)负债；亏损The company had been in the red for years, but under the new CEO it recovered completely.in the region of [sth] expr (approximately)大约；约in the right expr (justified)正确；有道理in the round adv (theatre: with audience surrounding stage) (剧院、剧场)环形in the round adv (sculpture: three dimensional, freestanding) (雕塑)三维，立体After she mastered working with flat surfaces, the artist decided to try carving a statue in the round.in the round adv figurative (in detail, considering all aspects)全面地，全方位地She asked the judge to consider the matter in the round.in the running v expr (having a chance of winning)有获胜希望；有望胜利With the leadership competition in its final round, only two women are left in the running.in the sack expr figurative, slang (having sex) (性交的委婉说法)上床，做爱Dan is great in the sack, but he has a bad personality.in the saddle adv (riding a horse)骑着马；骑在马上Stirrups give riders greater control and stability in the saddle.in the saddle adv figurative, informal (in charge, in control)处于领导地位；大权在握The company have announced that there will soon be a new man in the saddle.in the saddle adv figurative, informal (at work)在工作Bill is in the saddle, preparing his progress report.in the same boat, all in the same boat expr figurative (in a similar situation)处境相同；同命相连in the same breath adv figurative (at same moment) (转折)但同时，但紧接着The Prime Minister denies climate change and advocates carbon tax in the same breath.in the same category adv (within the same group)在同一组；在同一类别Martins are birds in the same category as swifts and swallows.That is like comparing apples and oranges; they are not even in the same category.in the same manner adv (similarly)同样地；相仿地The teacher was always fair and treated all of the children in the same manner.in the same vein adv (regarding the same subject)同一个主题的；同一个调调的He started talking about politics and went on and on in the same vein for two whole hours.My sense of humour's in the same vein as yours: we both laugh at the same jokes.in the same way, the same way expr (similarly)以相同的方式She never cooks that dish in the same way, so it is different every time.因为她从不以相同的方式来烹饪那道料理，所以那道菜每一次都有不同风味。in the same way as, the same way as expr (similarly to)与…同样的方式I tried to paint the sunflowers in the same way as Van Gogh.in the second instance adv (secondly)第二In the first instance, the project would be expensive, and in the second instance, we do not have the equipment.in the second place adv (secondly)第二In the first place, flying is expensive, and in the second place, the airport is a long distance away.in the sense that expr (for a specified reason)就...而言；在某种意义上in the shade adv (in shadow, out of the sun)在荫凉处；在阴影处It's been a sweltering day here: 85°F in the shade at midday!in the shape of [sth] prep (having the form of)呈现...的形状；以...的形式in the short run expr (short term)在短期内，短期内The strategy is likely to be successful only in the short run.in the short term adv (temporarily, for a brief time in the future)短期内in the sixties adv (during the 1960s)在（20世纪）六十年代The mini-skirt and tights first appeared in the sixties.in the sixties adj (temperature: Fahrenheit)六十几度Where I live the temperature is often in the sixties during December.in the slightest adv (at all)一点也不；完全不Your bad habits don't bother me in the slightest.in the spotlight adv (prominently featured)在聚光灯下；在众人瞩目处The star soon became used to living in the spotlight.in the spotlight adj (prominent)引人注目的；显眼的；聚焦的in the thick of [sth] expr informal (in the midst of: a fight, etc.)在…之中，在…的时候in the thick of it expr informal (situation: deeply involved) (指某种情况)深陷其中in the thick of things expr informal (very involved)在事情的中央； (比喻)在风暴的中心Tarzan was always in the thick of things when there was trouble in the jungle.in the time of prep (during the era of)在…时；在…的时代In the time of the dinosaurs, there were no human beings around,.in the train of [sth] expr (in the aftermath of)由于；因为In the train of the storm, many people were left homeless.in the twinkling of an eye, in the blink of an eye expr figurative, informal (instant, brief moment)转瞬之间；顷刻间；顷刻间And in the twinkling of an eye she was gone.in the vein of expr (in the manner of)以…的方式；以…的风格；以...的特色His paintings are in the vein of Van Gogh.in the very act adv (committing this crime)在犯罪当时；当场I caught my dog in the very act of eating the steak I had bought for dinner.in the vicinity adv (nearby, in the area)在附近；在临近处Could you tell me if there's a chemist's in the vicinity?in the vicinity of prep (near to, in the area around)在….的附近There are some lovely houses in the vicinity of the lake.in the vicinity of prep figurative (around that amount)... 左右, ...上下The job is going to cost you somewhere in the vicinity of £1,000.in the wake of [sth], in [sth]'s wake prep (following)随着…；尾随…之后In the wake of the game the fans ran onto the pitch.In the wake of the Beatles' success a number of British bands released records in the US.in the way adj (causing an obstruction)挡道的You've left your car in the way and I can't get past it.be in the way v expr (physically blocking [sth])挡路；挡道Can you move your suitcase out of the hallway, please? It's in the way.be in the way v expr (impeding work, progress, etc.)阻碍；阻挠in the way of prep (similar to, like)就像…；与…类似in the way of prep (relating to)与…有关There isn't much in this book in the way of European history.in the wee hours, in the wee small hours adv (very early in the morning)在凌晨in the week adv (on a weekday)工作日，周一至周五in the whole wide world adv (anywhere on earth)在整个世界上If you could go anywhere in the whole wide world, where would you go first?in the wind expr figurative (expected, imminent)即将到来；快要发生It's clear that an election is in the wind.in the wings adv (in the corridors of a theater)在舞台两侧The actors waited in the wings until it was time for their entrance.in the wings adv figurative (available to fill in, take over) (比喻)准备就绪地，一切准备好地With the manager about to retire, there are plenty of employees in the wings who are keen to take his place.in the works expr (currently being produced)在进行中；在准备中in the world adv (anywhere on earth)在世界上There's nowhere in the world I'd rather be than right here with you.in the worst way adv US, informal (a lot, very much)非常；极度be in the wrong v expr (mistaken)弄错的；搞错的Jack admitted that he had been in the wrong about Arthur and apologized for not trusting him.be in the wrong v expr (to blame)应受责备的；有错的Louise was in the wrong when she took Eric's car without his permission.in the zone expr (concentrating intensely) (运动员)进入最佳状态When this footballer is in the zone, he plays really well.in view of the fact that expr (given that)考虑到…的事实In view of the fact that it's raining hard, we are going to cancel the game.increase the chances v expr (make [sth] more likely)使…更可能；增加…的可能性If you smoke, you are increasing the chances of an early death.吸烟会增加你提早死亡的几率。increase the temperature v expr (turn the heat up)加热；使…升温If you want the roast potatoes to cook properly you will need to increase the temperature in the oven. I'm cold, is there any way to increase the temperature in this room?如果你想把烤土豆煮熟，那你需要提高烤箱的温度。我很冷，是否有办法提高房间里的温度？the indigent npl formal (needy people)穷人That church houses and feeds the indigent in this town.the inevitable n (certain to happen)不可避免的事；必然结果She didn't want to stop working, but finally she bowed to the inevitable and retired.the infinite n ([sth] without end)无限；无尽the Infinite n (God)上帝；神the infirm npl (people: crippled or weak)体弱者The children and the infirm were evacuated first.the injured npl (casualties, people hurt)伤员；受伤者Medics were on hand to attend to the injured.卫生员随时准备照顾伤员。innermost, the innermost adj figurative (most private)内心最深处的I've always shared my innermost thoughts with him.innermost, the innermost adj (furthest inside)最深处的The innermost chamber of the cave was full of bones.the Inquisition n historical (Spanish Inquisition)宗教法庭The inquisition was established in 1478.the insane npl (crazy people)疯子；精神失常的人It sometimes seems to him that the insane have taken over the world.有时候在他看来，这个世界都被疯子占领了。the insured n formal ([sb] with insurance)被保险人The insured has the right to file an appeal.the internet, also US: the Internet n (world-wide computer network)国际互联网，因特网； (台湾、新加坡)网际网络，互连网The internet now connects computers in all countries of the world.现在国际互联网把世界各国的电脑都连接了起来。into the background adv figurative (away from the centre of attention)淡出, 不再引人注目She was so timid she usually faded into the background at social gatherings.into the background adv (behind the focus of attention)离开人们视野；移入背景In photography, you can adjust the focus to move unwanted objects into the background.在摄影中，你可以调整焦点，将不需要的物体移入背景。into the distance expr (to the limit of sight)向远方；向远处The falcon flew off into the distance, disappearing from sight.into the night adv (continuing past nightfall)到深夜，至深夜The party went on going long into the night.into the past adv (backwards in time)变成往事；成为过去I'm writing a novel about a man who travels into the past.the IRA n initialism (Irish Republican Army) (Irish Republican Army的缩写形式)爱尔兰共和军The IRA is considered a terrorist organization by most governments.the Irish npl (people of Ireland) (总称)爱尔兰人，爱尔兰民族Like the Scots and the Welsh, the Irish still speak a Celtic language.和苏格兰人、威尔士人一样，爱尔兰人依旧说凯尔特语。the Iron Curtain n figurative (Communist countries) (前苏联与西方社会之间意识形态方面的无形屏障)铁幕During the 1950s it was very difficult for Westerners to travel behind the Iron Curtain.在20世纪50年代，西方人很难走入铁幕。have several irons in the fire v expr figurative (work on several things at one time)同时做许多事the Iroquois npl (Native American people)易洛魁人is the responsibility of prep (is the duty of, falls to)是…的责任It is the responsibility of all doctors to make sure that they are up to date with the latest medical knowledge.It is all for the best, It's all for the best expr (outcome is beneficial)这是最好的结果I lost my job, but it's all for the best since now I can start a business, just like I always wanted.It is all in the mind expr (It is imaginary.)这都是想象出来的；这全是凭空想象Some people believe they have been cured by faith-healers, but it's all in the mind.it is all the same (there is no difference, it makes no difference)都是一样的；没什么区别的I can either go to the party or stay home. It's all the same to me.It's all the same to me expr informal (I have no preference.)对我来说都一样You can stay or leave; it's all the same to me.it's back to the drawing board, it's back to the drawing board for [sb] expr figurative, informal (need to start over)从头再来；推倒重来Well, my boss vetoed my proposal - I guess it's back to the drawing board.It's the gospel truth expr figurative, informal (it's the absolute truth)这是绝对真理He can make nonsense sound as if it's the gospel truth.the Ivy League n US (top US universities)常春藤联盟；常春藤大学Graduates from the Ivy League are well respected by employers.jack-in-the-box n (toy: doll springs up when opened) (开盒盖时其中的玩偶能跳起)玩偶盒I bought my nephew a jack-in-the-box for his birthday.jack-in-the-pulpit n colloquial (North American plant)天南星the Japanese npl (people of Japan)日本人The Japanese were isolationists for centuries.日本人几个世纪以来都是孤立主义者。the Javanese npl (people of Java)爪哇人Most Javanese are Muslim.大多数爪哇人是穆斯林。the jerk n (1960s dance) 没有提供翻译 The jerk was a popular dance in the 1960s.“Jerk”街舞在20世纪60年代非常流行。jitters, the jitters npl (nervousness)心神不宁；焦躁不安It's normal to get the jitters in an empty house on a stormy night.the jobless npl (unemployed people)失业者The jobless are declining everyday thanks to the president's new economic policies.得益于总统的新经济政策，每天失业者都在减少。Johnny-on-the-spot n US, informal, dated (readily available person)随叫随到的人，随时能帮忙的人Join the club! interj (in the same situation) (指境遇相同)欢迎上船！joined at the hip adj figurative (friends: inseparable) (比喻义：形影不离的)连体的Stop following me everywhere! We're not joined at the hip, you know!JP, J.P. n initialism (justice of the peace)治安法官，地方法官Judgment, the Judgment, also UK: Judgement, the Judgement n (religion: Last Judgment)最后的审判Repent your sins before the Judgment comes.最后的审判来临之前，好好忏悔你的罪过吧。the juices, your juices npl figurative, informal (creativity, vitality)活力；精力；劲儿Linda liked to listen to music to help her get the juices flowing when she was writing.琳达喜欢以听音乐的方式来帮助她获得写作灵感。jump at the chance v expr informal, figurative (accept opportunity)欣然接受机会；热切地抓住机会When my grandmother offered to take me to England, I jumped at the chance.jump at the chance to do [sth] v expr informal, figurative (accept opportunity to do)热切地抓住做某事的机会I would jump at the chance to meet my sporting hero.jump on the bandwagon, climb on the bandwagon v expr figurative, informal (do [sth] because it is popular)转而支持得势的一方；随大流If you believe in the cause, great, but don't just jump on the bandwagon.jump the gun v expr (runner: start too soon) (在发令枪发令前便起跑)抢跑The runner jumped the gun and all the runners had to return for another start.jump the gun v expr figurative, informal (do [sth] too soon)发令枪未响就抢先跑出； (比喻)过早行动Don't jump the gun; it's best to live with someone a year before getting married.jump to the conclusion that, leap to the conclusion that v expr (deduce hastily)急于下结论the Jurassic n (prehistoric period)侏罗纪just across the street adv (on the opposite side of the road)就在街对面My in-laws moved in just across the street, which is handy for babysitting.just around the corner adv (in the next street)就在附近The post office is just around the corner.just around the corner adv figurative (waiting to happen)即将发生For every "safe" nuclear reactor, there is a disaster just around the corner.just the opposite adv informal (on the contrary)正好相反You did just the opposite of what I advised.just the opposite adj informal (completely unalike)正好相反的；截然不同的She is just the opposite of her sister.just the same adv informal (even so)仍然；依然Although Davina probably won't mind, just the same we ought to ask her before we borrow her bike.just the same adj informal (exactly alike)完全一样的Are those new boots? Ed has a pair that are just the same.just the thing adj (exactly what is needed)正好需要的If you're stuck for something to listen to, I've got just the thing: this excellent new jazz album.just the ticket, quite the ticket expr figurative (exactly what is wanted)恰好是所需之物；正好适用的东西A cup of tea is just the ticket right now.just what the doctor ordered n figurative, informal ([sth] needed and welcomed)正合我心意；正是我需要的A week's holiday in the sun was just what the doctor ordered.justice of the peace n (magistrate)治安官We don't need a priest to get married; we can go to a justice of the peace.keep [sb] in the dark v expr figurative (not tell [sb] about [sth])向...掩瞒；不告知；让...不知情She was surprised by the party, because her friends kept her in the dark when planning it.keep [sb] in the loop v expr figurative, informal (keep [sb] informed)及时向...告知动向；及时让...了解情况My colleagues kept me in the loop while I was away.keep in the loop, stay in the loop v expr figurative, informal (keep informed)关注资讯；关注情况keep the ball rolling v expr figurative (give renewed vigor to [sth] underway)保持运转；保持活跃keep the change v expr (paying: keep the extra)不用找了；不用找零了keep the door open v expr figurative (allow possibility)让门开着The Prime Minister said he would like to keep the door open for future negotiations.keep the faith v expr (stay true to beliefs)坚守信仰Cahill urged fans to keep the faith after the team slumped to its eighth loss in 12 matches.keep the lid on v expr (cover [sth])盖上盖子；把盖子盖上If you want the rice to cook properly, you have to keep the lid on.keep the lid on [sth] v expr (cover [sth])把…的盖子盖上Keep the lid on the saucepan while boiling the vegetables.keep the lid on [sth] v expr figurative (secret: not tell)保密；为…保密James was struggling to keep the lid on the secret.keep the lid on [sth] v expr figurative (emotions: control)控制住（情绪等）；把…抑制住Kathy didn't say anything, trying to keep the lid on her anger.keep the peace v expr (maintain order, calm)保持稳定；保持和平keep up the good work v expr (expressing approval)继续好好干My teacher told me to keep up the good work after I scored 100% in the exam.keep within the bounds of [sth] v expr (stay within boundaries: of a property)不越界Students must keep within the bounds of the school at all times during the day.keep within the bounds of [sth] v expr figurative (stay within limits: of behaviour)不逾矩If you can't keep within the bounds of good behaviour you will have to leave the class.keep your eye on the ball, keep an eye on the ball, have your eye on the ball v expr figurative (be attentive, alert)集中注意keep your nose to the grindstone v expr figurative (continuously work hard)长时间勤奋；埋头苦干the key to [sth] n (most important thing)关键；重点The key to getting into this college is to perform well at interview.要想被这座大学录取，关键是要在面试时发挥出好的表现。put the kibosh on [sth] v expr informal (put an end to)终止, 阻止kick in the ass n US, figurative, vulgar, slang (rebuff)碰钉子；被拒绝；碰一鼻子灰kick in the eye n UK, figurative, informal (insult, rejection)侮辱；拒绝kick in the pants n US, figurative, informal (motivating action)推动力；促进力kick in the pants n US, figurative, informal (fun thing or person)有趣的人或事That road trip was a real kick in the pants!kick the bucket v expr slang, figurative (die) (幽默用语)翘辫子Did you hear that her grandfather kicked the bucket?kick the habit v expr informal (quit harmful practice)戒除恶习；戒掉坏习惯Some smokers use hypnosis to try and kick the habit.kick the tin v expr AU, figurative, informal (donate, contribute)捐赠；捐献King James version of the Bible n (authorized version of Christian holy book)英王詹姆斯版圣经The 1611 King James version of the Bible is considered by many Independent Baptists to be the only accurate translation of the Bible.king of the castle n figurative (most powerful figure) (比喻)最有权势的人He felt like the king of the castle when he finally passed his driving test.king of the hill (US), king of the castle (UK) n figurative, informal (successful person)成功人士king of the hill (US), king of the castle (UK) n (children's game)一家之主king of the mountain n figurative (person: best at [sth])山林之王Steve has worked long and hard to be king of the mountain.the kiss of life n mainly UK, informal (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation)人工呼吸The first-aider gave the patient the kiss of life.kitchen, the kitchen n jargon (chef's staff)全体厨师"Kitchen!" called the head chef to his staff.“全体厨师注意！”主厨对他的手下员工喊道。the knack n (special technique, skill)诀窍；妙招This door can be difficult to unlock if you don't know the knack.如果你不知道诀窍，这扇门很难打开。knife [sb] in the back v expr informal, figurative (betray)在…背后捅刀子；阴险陷害She knifed him in the back by telling the boss his plans.knife in the back n informal, figurative (betrayal)背叛knock [sth] on the head n UK, informal, figurative (stop, end)让...停止；使...结束knock [sth/sb] out of the way v expr informal (shove aside)把…挤到一边He ran down the school hallway knocking people out of his way.knock the rough edges off [sth/sb] v expr informal, figurative (refine)改掉…的坏毛病The band have knocked the rough edges off their playing and now sound more professional.knock [sb]'s socks off, knock the socks off [sb] v expr figurative, informal (amaze, impress)使...震惊；惊叹不已tie the knot v expr figurative (get married)结婚；成婚Tom and Rachel tied the knot at the church last night.know all the answers v expr informal (be opinionated)自命不凡, 摆出无所不知的样子Teenagers think they know all the answers.know the drill v expr figurative (be familiar with procedure)熟悉流程；了解该怎么做When the difficult client phoned, he had to be put through to the senior manager immediately; everyone in the office knew the drill.know the ins and outs of [sth] v expr informal (be familiar with features)知道了来龙去脉；了解所有详情Chloe clearly knows the ins and outs of the real estate business.know the ropes v expr (know how to do [sth])知晓方法；知道如何做know the score v expr informal, figurative (understand the situation)了解真相；知道是怎么回事She says the cheque is in the mail, but I know the score - she's trying not to pay us.know-how, the know-how n (technical knowledge)技术知识；实际知识；技能I don't have the know-how to fix it.the Koran, the Quran, the Qur'an n (Muslim holy book) (伊斯兰教经典)古兰经Devout Muslims read the Koran every day.虔诚的穆斯林教徒每天都诵读古兰经。the Kremlin n (Russian President's residence)克里姆林宫the Kremlin n (Russian government)俄罗斯政府the Kremlin n historical (Soviet government)前苏联政府Ku Klux Klan, the Klan n US (white supremacist organization)三K党labor the point (US), labour the point (UK) v expr figurative (belabor)过分详尽地阐述；过分多说The lawyer labored the point excessively.the Labour Party n UK (British politics: left-wing party) (英国)工党the Ladies n (women's toilets)女厕所；女士盥洗室；女卫生间At intermission, there was a huge queue for the Ladies.幕间休息时，女厕所排起大长队。lady of the house n dated (wife: manages home)主妇The telemarketer asked to speak to the lady of the house.lady of the night n euphemism (prostitute) (委婉语)妓女，流莺With her short dress, high heels and make-up she looked like a lady of the night.the laity npl (people not part of the clergy)世俗之人；凡俗之人The laity depend on the clergy to know right from wrong.the laity npl (people not in a given profession)外行；门外汉Don't listen to the laity; they are not doctors.the Lake District n (region of north west England) (英格兰西北部地区)湖区the Lamb n (Jesus Christ) (基督教中指耶稣基督)羔羊Jesus is often referred to as the Lamb in the Bible.圣经中经常将耶稣称为羔羊。largest, the largest adj (biggest in size) (规模、尺寸等)最大的This is our largest room.这是我们最大的房间。largest, the largest adj (biggest in number) (数量)最大的，最多的The largest increases in jobs were seen in the Northeast. The team's largest margin of victory was thirteen.东北地区就业增长最多。团队最大的胜利优势是十三分。largest, the largest n (greatest, biggest one) (规模、尺寸等)规模最大者； (数量)数量最大者，最多者We have three rooms open; I'll reserve the largest for you. We have several large parks, and this is our largest.我们还有三个房间可用；我会给您预订最大的那一间。大型公园我们有好几个，这个是我们最大的公园。the last, plural: the last n (most recent person)最近…的人There used to be lots of older people here, but the last moved away two years ago.the last n (final mention)最后的消息；最近的消息That was the last we heard about her.the last n (end, death)死亡；生命的最后He remained faithful to the last.the last n (the final moment)最后一刻The movie, a murder mystery, kept us guessing to the last.the last of [sth], plural: the last of [sth] n (only remaining person, thing)最后剩下之人；最后留存之物Robert Scott and his team were the last of the great explorers.罗伯特·思考特和他的小队是还活在世上的最后一批伟大的探险家。the Last Judgment, also UK: the Last Judgement n (Bible: end of the world) (《圣经》)最后的审判，末日审判the last minute n (final moments before [sth])最后一刻，最后一分钟Kathy always waits for the last minute to hand in her homework.凯西总是等到最后一分钟才交作业。the last straw n figurative (final source of irritation) (比喻击垮某人的最后一件事)最后一根稻草That was the last straw! I can't take any more of your abuse; I'm leaving you.the Last Supper n (meal eaten by Jesus and disciples)最后的晚餐When Mass is celebrated and we go for communion, it commemorates the Last Supper.the last time n (final iteration, occurrence)最后一次When Andy visited, I didn't know it was the last time I would ever see him.安迪来看我的时候，我并不知道这是我最后一次见到他。last time, the last time adv (on the previous occasion)上次；上一次Last time I ate fast food, I got sick.The last time I saw you, you'd just come back from Japan.上次吃快餐后，我得病了。//我上次见到你的时候，你刚从日本回来。for the last time expr (on the final occasion)最后一次When I saw my grandmother for the last time, she was very ill.我最后一次见到祖母时候，她病得很重。for the last time expr (warning, exasperation) (特别用于警告，愤怒)最后一次；再说最后一次For the last time, go and do your homework!最后再说一次，快去做作业！late in the day expr (in the evening)晚上；天色已晚We arrived late in the day, but the hotel staff were very accommodating.late in the day expr figurative (belatedly)临到最后；为时已晚Joanne apologized for sending her birthday wishes late in the day.late in the day expr figurative (belated)为时已晚You should have apologized while he was still alive, now it's a little late in the day.the latest n informal (most up-to-date news) (新闻)最新的Ben always got up early so that he could catch up on the latest before work.本一向早起，这样就能在上班前了解最新新闻。the latest news n (most recent news report)最新新闻；最新消息the latest news n (most recent gossip)最新传闻the latter n (the second)后者If the choice is between building a new library and restoring the old one, I prefer the latter.一边是新建图书馆，一段是重修旧图书馆，如果让我选，我更偏向于后者。the law n (government laws)法；法律It is against the law to steal.偷窃违法。the law n (rules) (总称)法律制度，法律You should always follow the law.你应当始终遵守法律。the law n informal, figurative (police) (口语)警察The fugitive avoided the law for sixty days before he was caught.那个亡命徒逃避警察追捕长达六十天，但最终还是落入法网了。the law of the jungle n (survival of the strongest)丛林法则By the law of the jungle, the lion is king.lay down the law v expr (enforce rules)制定法规My mom laid down the law; if I choose to smoke I can't live at home.lay it on the line v expr figurative, informal (speak frankly)坦白地说；开门见山The CEO laid it on the line: "The business needs to reform or it will face dire consequences."lay of the land, lie of the land n (geographical features)地势；地貌；地形的走向When hillwalking, be guided by the lay of the land.lay the foundation v expr (prepare the ground or base)打地基To build a house, you must first lay the foundation.lay the foundation v expr figurative (do preparatory work)打基础； (比喻)打地基The research from my dissertation laid the foundation for my first book.A good education can lay the foundation for a successful life.lay the groundwork v expr figurative (do the preparatory steps)奠定基础；打基础lay the scene v expr (set: a scene)设定场景He laid the scene for the audience with his description.the lead n (first place)领先位置；领先地位Ben hadn't trained for the race, so the lead wasn't a position he expected to find himself in.本没有为赛跑做训练准备，所以不指望自己能跑领先位置。the lead n (competitor: in front of others)领先者；领跑者The lead is a Nigerian runner.the lead n (principal role)主要角色，主角；主演Do you know who is going to play the lead in this movie? The lead in the film was a famous actress.lead [sb] by the nose v expr figurative (control, steer to do [sth])牵着鼻子走；完全控制lead [sb] by the nose v expr figurative (deceive)欺骗；蒙骗lead [sb] down the garden path, lead [sb] up the garden path v expr informal, figurative (deceive)欺骗；某人；使某人上当I never suspected he was just leading me down the garden path.lead the way v expr (serve as guide)带路；领路John knows where we are going, so he will lead the way.lead the way v expr figurative (be the first to do [sth])率先Ford led the way into mass-produced automobiles.leader of the opposition n (head of political party opposing the government)反对党领袖The leader of the opposition debated with the Prime Minister about the proposed change to the law.leap at the chance, leap at the opportunity v expr figurative (seize the opportunity)抓住机会When he asked me if I'd like to go on holiday to Hawaii with him, I leapt at the chance.leap at the chance to do [sth], leap at the opportunity to do [sth] v expr figurative (seize an opportunity)抓住机会She leapt at the chance to perform with her favourite singer.leap in the dark n (taking a chance, daring)轻举妄动；铤而走险leap of the imagination, leap of imagination, imaginative leap n figurative (creative insight)天马行空的想象learn [sth] the hard way, find [sth] out the hard way, find out [sth] the hard way v expr (learn from difficult experiences)经历艰难才学会；费一番苦功才了解learn the ropes v expr figurative (become familiar with [sth])学会怎样做某事When I took over the family business, it took me a while to learn the ropes.least, the least adj (slightest)丝毫的, 一丁点儿的I haven't the least idea how to drive a manual car.我完全不知道该怎么驾驶手动档汽车。the least n (lowest in importance)最不重要的问题；重要性最低的事情That is the least of my problems.这个问题我现在根本顾不上。the least n (smallest possible quantity)最少数量；最少量；至少What is the least that I will pay for this?我至少要为这个东西支付多少？leave [sb] in the lurch v expr informal (abandon)放弃；抛弃leave [sb] out in the cold v expr figurative, often passive (neglect, ignore)忽视；无视leave the country v expr (go abroad, go overseas)离开本国；出国I left the country five years ago when I moved to Spain.leave the door open for [sb/sth], leave the door open to [sth/sb] v expr figurative (allow possibility, access)为…保留可能性When the reigning gold medalist fell, she left the door open for her competitors.By not completely cutting ties with the country's former allies, the prime minister is leaving the door open for negotiations to be resumed in the future.leave the ground v expr (aircraft, bird: take off)离开地面；起飞My flight was at 5:00, but we didn't leave the ground until 6:30.leave the ground v expr figurative (plan: succeed, be put in action) (比喻)开始实施Without financing their plans would never leave the ground.leave the nest v expr (bird: reach maturity) (鸟)离巢Most birds leave the nest once they are able to fly confidently.leave the nest v expr figurative (person: leave one's parents' home) (比喻)离巢；儿女离开父母家独立生活The kids have finally left the nest and now it's just the two of us.leave the scene of v expr (flee the location of: accident or crime)离开…的现场The hit-and-run driver was charged with leaving the scene of the accident.the Lebanese npl (people of Lebanon)黎巴嫩人Sarah encountered many Lebanese while on vacation.莎拉在休假期间遇到了许多黎巴嫩人。the Left, the left n (political wing: socialist) (政治)左翼, 左派The politicians on the left opposed the change.左派的政客们反对这种变化。the Left, the left n (liberal position) (政治)左派，左翼Viewed from the left, these statistics seem to arise out of inequality rather than any naturally criminal inclination among this group.the Left Bank n (Paris: area south of the Seine) (指巴黎塞纳河南部地区)左岸，左岸地区When you go to Paris you must visit the Left Bank to soak up the atmosphere.left on the shelf adj figurative, dated, informal (woman: no longer marriageable) (女人)嫁不出去的the lesser, the lesser of [sth] n (the smaller of [sth])较小者，较少者Both these brothers have large fortunes, but the older brother's fortune is the lesser of the two.这兄弟两都很有钱，但哥哥的钱是两人中较少的。the lesser of two evils n (least bad of two bad things)两害相权取其轻let [sb] off the hook v expr figurative, informal (free from punishment)放过某人I'm surprised he let you off the hook that easily, given the trouble you've caused.let off the leash, let [sb] off the leash, let [sb] off his/her leash v expr figurative (release [sb] from restraint, control) (比喻)解开...的枷锁，解开...的束缚；解放When they saw that he could handle the job, they let him off his leash and he quickly moved up to a higher position.let the cat out of the bag v expr figurative, informal (reveal the secret) (非正式用语)秘密泄露，真相大白Thanks for letting the cat out of the bag about me being pregnant.let the chips fall where they may expr (leave it to fate)不顾后果；无论后果如何I'm going to tell the boss the truth; let the chips fall where they may.the letter of the law n (strict interpretation)法律的字面意思They followed the letter of the law to avoid any problems.the lev n uncountable (monetary unit of Bulgaria) (保加利亚货币单位)列弗the Levant n historical (Eastern Mediterranean area) (历史地名)黎凡特level the playing field v expr figurative (make opportunities equal for all)公平竞争life of the party n informal, figurative (most lively, outgoing person) (非正式用语，比喻)聚会的灵魂人物，聚会中最活跃的人物I love hanging out with Mark – he's the life of the party.lift the curtain on [sth] v expr figurative (expose to the public)拉开帷幕；揭开序幕light at the end of the tunnel n figurative (prospect of relief or success)苦尽甘来；柳暗花明lighten the mood v expr figurative (make the atmosphere less solemn)放松心情the like n (something similar)相似的事物，类似的东西nWhat a strange car. I've never seen the like.该店卖巧克力、糖果之类。the likes of [sb] npl informal (people similar to [sb])与…同一类的人，与…相似的人； (贬义)…之流My mother wouldn't let me go round with the likes of him. You'll end up in trouble if you go out with the likes of her.我妈是不会让我跟他那种人混在一起的。你要是跟她那类人混在一起，迟早会惹麻烦。like a thief in the night adv (silently, stealthily)偷偷摸摸地The fog crept down the valley like a thief in the night.The cat crept through the garden like a thief in the night.like the wind expr (very fast)像风一样地；迅速地lily of the valley n (plant with white bell-shaped flowers) (一种花)铃兰Lily-of-the-valley is a popular garden plant with fragrant flowers.the limelight n figurative, used in expressions (fame, public notice) (比喻引人注目)聚光灯焦点The politician tried to avoid the limelight because he didn't like the attention.the limit n slang, figurative (person, thing: exasperating)太过分的人或物；让人无法容忍的人或物You're really the limit, you know – I just can't talk to you any more.你真是太过分了，你这人——我跟你简直是话不投机半句多。the lion's share n figurative (largest portion of [sth])最大的一份，最大的那份listen at the door v expr (eavesdrop)在门口偷听You'll hear what they say if you listen at the door.the Little Dipper n US, informal (part of constellation Ursa Minor)小熊座；小北斗七星The Little Dipper is found in the constellation Ursa Minor.live high on the hog, live high off the hog, eat high off the hog v expr US, figurative (live life of luxury)过奢华生活；享受豪华生活live off the fat of the land, live on the fat of the land v expr (enjoy plentiful lifestyle)过衣食无忧的生活；饫甘餍肥live on the edge v expr informal, figurative (take risks)过着惊险刺激的生活Louise likes to take risks and live on the edge.live the high life v expr informal (have a luxurious lifestyle) (非正式用语)奢侈地生活Ever since he won the lottery he's been living the high life.the living npl (people: alive)活着的人；生者After the bombing attack, she was among the living.轰炸过后，她是幸存者之一。the locative n (case: naming place)方位格lock the door v expr (close and secure the door with a key)锁门I always set the burglar alarm and lock the door when I go out.Don't forget to lock the door behind you when you leave.the long and short of it is, the long and the short of it is that expr informal (in summary)长话短说；简而言之The long and short of it is that I'm pregnant.the long arm of the law n figurative (police powers)执法力量，法律权力If you break the law, the police will catch you - you can't outrun the long arm of the law.the long haul n figurative, informal (full duration)长期The football club's new owners say they're in for the long haul.long in the tooth adj figurative (old or very experienced)年纪大的，年老的；经验丰富的longest, the longest adj (greatest in length)最长的That's the longest limo I've ever seen.This is our longest rope.longest, the longest adj (lasting the most time)持续时间最长的；最久的I wish they wouldn't schedule the longest lecture last.longest, the longest adv (for the greatest length of time) (时间)最长That ice cream lasted longest.This car ran the longest.longest, the longest n (one that is greatest in length)最长的事务I don't care what kind of stick it is, just give me the longest.longest, the longest n (one that lasts the most time)最长的时间Of all the nights I have ever lived through, that one was the longest.look at the bigger picture v expr figurative (consider [sth] in its wider context)从长远来看；从宏观来看look [sb] in the eye v expr (look directly at)直视；正视；看着…的眼睛look [sb] in the eye v expr (not feel ashamed) (坦然地)直视，正视，看着…的眼睛Can you look me in the eye and tell me you didn't cheat on the test?look into the future v expr figurative (make predictions)展望未来The fortune teller claimed she could look into the future.look on the bright side, look on the bright side of things v expr informal (consider positive aspects)看光明面；看有利的一面；往好处看If you always look on the bright side, you will be a much happier person.如果你遇事多往好处看看，你就会快乐得多。Look on the bright side interj informal (consider positive aspects)往好处想；乐观一点Look on the bright side: if you have nothing, you've got nothing to lose!look the other way v expr (look in the opposite direction)看向另一边；朝另一边看Don't just look to your right when you cross the street; look the other way as well.look the other way v expr figurative (ignore [sth] bad)故意看向另一边；假装没看见That judge looks the other way when members of his own staff commit minor crimes.look the part v expr (appear suitable for role)看上去像回事，看上去像模像样I don't know if John is prepared for the performance, but he certainly looks the part.the loony bin n informal, offensive (psychiatric hospital) (侮辱性)疯人院The Loop n informal (downtown Chicago) (芝加哥商业区，非正式用语)卢普区Kerry works at a bank in the Loop.loop-the-loop, loop the loop v expr (plane: fly upside down) (飞机)翻筋斗I always feel sick when I see planes looping the loop.loop-the-loop n (plane: upside-down maneuver)翻筋斗飞行lose the opportunity, lose the opportunity to do [sth], lose the opportunity of doing [sth] v expr (miss the chance: to do [sth])失去...的机会If you ever have the chance to visit Buckingham Palace, you should not lose the opportunity of doing so. Join the queue or you will lose the opportunity to get her autograph.lose the plot v expr UK, informal, figurative (go insane)失去理智，发疯Bill lost the plot when he saw the scratch along the side of his new car.lost in the ether adj figurative (gone missing, disappear)消失的；失踪的lost in the ether adj figurative (internet, e-mail: disappeared) (邮件)丢失的；不见的the low point n (least happy time)最低点The low point in the athlete's career was when a leg injury forced him to miss the Olympic Games.the lowdown, also UK: the low-down n informal (current information)真相，实情，内幕消息If you want the lowdown, ask Julie. She was at the meeting.如果你想了解实情，那你就去问朱莉。她正在参加这次会议。the lowdown on [sth], also UK: the low-down on [sth] n informal (current information)最新消息；内幕Here's the low-down on our upcoming merger.the lower classes npl (low-income people)下层阶级；社会下层The government is concentrating on social issues because it is desperate to win the vote of the lower classes at the next election.lowest, the lowest adj (furthest down)最低的；最靠近底部的The explosion happened at the lowest level of the mine.lowest, the lowest adj (amount, degree: least) (数量、程度等)最少的，最低的Clerical staff have the lowest salaries in the firm.This is our lowest price.lowest, the lowest adj informal, figurative (most base)最低级的；最低微的；最低等的Lying to his daughter about something so important is the lowest thing he's done so far.People say that sarcasm is the lowest form of wit.lowest, the lowest n (thing or person that is furthest down)最底层的东西或人She has done every job in restaurant, from the highest to the lowest.He made us laugh when we were at our lowest.lowest, the lowest n (least amount or degree)最低点Her enthusiasm was at its lowest.the luck of the draw n (chance)运气；时运There's no way of guaranteeing you'll win the lottery - it's just the luck of the draw.你是没有办法保证赢得彩票的，只是全凭运气罢了。the lurgy n humorous, informal, UK (illness: flu, virus)伤风感冒；流感I can't go to work today - I've got the lurgy!the Lyceum n historical (school in Ancient Greece)莱森学园Mafia, the Mafia, Mob, the Mob n (Sicilian criminal organization) (西西里岛的犯罪组织)黑手党The Mafia was responsible for much of the organized crime in Italy.the Magi npl (Biblical: three wise men) (指圣经中的)东方三圣贤备注: The singular is "Magus"The Magi arrived bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.maieutics, the maieutic method n (Socratic method of questioning)启发对方的问询方法；让对方领悟的问法Socrates was the father of maieutics (or: the maieutic method).the mainstream n (conventional ideas, etc.)主流，主流群体；主流思想；主要倾向Tina decided to invent her own social group because hipsters had become part of the mainstream.由于嬉皮士成为了主流的一部分，所以缇娜打算创建一个自己的社交圈。maintain the highest standards v expr (ensure finest quality)保证最高标准；保证最好质量The hospital aims to maintain the highest standards in health care.the majors npl US (sports: the major leagues) (体育)大联盟；主要联赛the majority n (largest group)多数票；多数席位The Labour party won the majority in the last election.make hay (while the sun shines) v expr figurative (use an opportunity)把握时机，抓住机会make the acquaintance of [sb], make [sb]'s acquaintance v expr (meet [sb] for the first time)初次认识；与...初次见面make the bed v expr (rearrange the bedsheets)铺床；理床Now that we use duvets instead of sheets and blankets, making the bed is much easier.Mrs. Nelson makes sure that her kids make their beds every morning.make the best of [sth] v expr (do what you can)充分利用Eric made the best of the limited time available to see as much of the town as he could.make the best of it v expr informal (cope)（在不利情况下）尽力而为The weather wasn't ideal for a day by the sea, but we decided to make the best of it.make the big time, hit the big time v expr informal (be a success)获得成功I moved to Hollywood, trying to make the big time.make the case, make the case that v expr (argue: in favour of [sth])证明；佐证The report makes the case that current policies are inadequate.make the cut v expr (meet requirement)达标，过关，晋级Andrew was worried that his performance wasn't good enough, but he made the cut and went on to the championship.make the effort v expr (try)尽力I didn't manage to finish, but at least I made the effort.make the first move v expr (act before anyone else)率先行动；抢先行动The general was patiently waiting for the enemy to make the first move.make the grade v expr (succeed at [sth])成功，达标make the most of [sth] v expr (take full advantage of)充分利用；尽可能地利用We made the most of our vacation by leaving our phones and computers turned off.make the most of it v expr (take advantage)（在不利情况下）尽力而为You only get one chance, so make the most of it.make the most of your time v expr (be productive)充分利用时间Isabel made the most of her time in the UK by visiting as many places as she could.make the rounds v expr (follow a circuit)转圈make the scene v expr US, informal (attend) (俚语)到场，露面；出风头make the shape of [sth] v expr (form)变成…的形状The clouds made the shape of a crocodile.make with the [sth] v expr US, dated, slang (use, operate)使用；操作your Maker, the Maker n figurative (creator, God)上帝；造物主Richard went to meet his maker after being in the hospital for a month.住院一个月后，理查德不幸见了上帝。the Maldives, the Maldive Islands, the Republic of Maldives n (island nation)马尔代夫；马尔代夫群岛；马尔代夫共和国the male gaze n (male-centric perception)男性视角the mallee n Aus, informal (thicket of shrubs)桉树丛林Maltese, the Maltese npl (people of Malta)马耳他人It's easy to visit Malta because the Maltese speak English.the Man n US, figurative, uncountable (authority)老板；上司He spent his whole life working for the Man.他一辈子都在为老板卖命。man at the helm n figurative (male in charge) (比喻)主管人，负责人The man at the helm works 12 hours a day to keep the company running smoothly.man in the street, man on the street n figurative (common man, average person) (比喻)普通人，一般人Can you explain your theory so that the man in the street can understand it?man of the house n (responsible head of household)一家之主Jim became man of the house after his father died.man of the world, woman of the world n (experienced man or woman)阅历丰富的人；饱经世故的人the mantle of [sth] n figurative (responsibility, duty of) (比喻，尤指继承的)责任，衣钵John has passed the mantle of leadership to his assistant editor.约翰将自己的领导责任传给了他的助理编辑。the Manx n (people from Isle of Man) (英国)马恩岛人the many npl (a lot of people)很多人，许多人This government's policies benefit only the richest, not the many.many's the time adv (often)曾好多次；有好多次Many's the time I've been tempted to hand in my notice.the Maquis npl (French Resistance fighters)法国抗德游击队marine, the marine corps, the marines n capitalized when part of name (armed force)海军陆战队Mark's sister was in the navy, but he joined the marines.mark the beginning of [sth] v expr (be the start of [sth])标志着...的开始The lighting of the torch marks the beginning of the Olympic Games.mark the beginning of [sth] v expr (celebrate the start of [sth])庆祝...的开幕In the year 2000, there were celebrations around the world to mark the beginning of the new millennium.mark the occasion v expr (celebrate or commemorate [sth])庆祝这件事，纪念这一刻Let us mark the occasion by opening a bottle of champagne.marshal, marshal the troops vtr (troops, soldiers: put in position)让士兵列队The commander marshaled the troops before battle.marshal the troops, assemble the troops, rally the troops v expr (put soldiers in position)召集军队；指挥军队marshal the troops, assemble the troops, rally the troops v expr figurative (gather people in support of [sth])召集...支持the masculine n formal (related to men)男性The guru talked about the masculine and the feminine that exist within each of us.the masses npl (common people, collectively)大众Paperbacks were conceived to make reading more accessible to the masses.the Master n (Jesus Christ) (耶稣基督)圣主master of the house n (male head of household)一家之主The master of the house is not necessarily the male head, but it is whoever holds the final say in certain familial matters.the matter n informal (difficulty)困扰的事；麻烦的事；困难What's the matter? Do you need some help?出了什么事，你需要帮助吗？usage: talking about a problemThe matter is used after what, something, anything, or nothing to talk about a problem or difficulty. You use the matter in the same way as an adjective like wrong. For example, instead of saying ‘Is something wrong?’ you can say ‘Is something the matter?’What's the matter?There's something the matter with your eyes.Be carefulDon't use ‘the matter’ with this meaning in other types of sentence. Don't say, for example, ‘The matter is that we don’t know where she is'. Say ‘The problem is that we don’t know where she is' or ‘The trouble is that we don’t know where she is'.The problem is that she can't cook.The trouble is there isn't enough money.the matter with [sb] n informal (difficulty faced by [sb])事情；问题What's the matter with Julie? She's been crying all morning.朱莉怎么了？她一早上都哭个没完。the matter n informal (problem, fault)问题；麻烦；故障I'm not sure what the matter is but my laptop won't connect to the internet.我的笔记本电脑连不上网，不知道怎么回事。the matter with [sth] n informal (problem, fault with [sth])困难；麻烦；问题What's the matter with your suitcase? Is the handle broken?你的箱子有什么问题吗？是不是提手坏了？Matterhorn, the Matterhorn n (mountain in the Alps) (阿尔卑斯山脉一座山峰)马塔角，马特合恩峰Only serious adventurers should attempt to climb Matterhorn.may the best man win interj (before competition)愿最佳者胜出；望胜者实至名归Good luck to all and may the best man win!the Maya npl (indigenous Central American people) (中美洲土著民族)玛雅族The Maya inhabited southern Mexico and part of Central America.the Mayflower n historical (ship: took pilgrims to America)五月花号MBE n initialism (honored person)大英帝国勋章获得者the meat of [sth] n figurative (essence, crux, gist) (比喻)主要部分，要点，实质The meat of the issue was his refusal to pay for anything.问题的实质在于，他什么钱都不掏。the Med n informal, abbreviation (Mediterranean Sea)地中海When I was little we spent a month sailing around the Med.the media n (TV, radio, papers, etc.) (电视、收音机、报纸等)媒体，传播媒体备注: Used with a singular or plural verbAll of the media is covering the story.The media deserve credit for bringing these matters to public attention.所有媒体都在报道这件事。 // 媒体让大众了解了这些事，确实值得承认。usage: ‘the media’You can refer to television, radio, and newspapers as the media. She refused to talk to the media.It is usually regarded as correct to use a plural form of a verb with the media, but people often use a singular form.The media are very powerful in influencing opinions.The media was full of stories about the singer and her husband.You can use a singular or plural form in conversation and in less formal writing, but you should use a plural form in formal writing.meet requirements, meet the requirements v expr (suffice, be appropriate)达到要求；合格；达标meet the definition v expr (be described accurately as such)符合定义meet with [sb]'s approval, meet with the approval of [sb] v expr (be endorsed, supported by [sb])受到...的支持；获得...的支持The plans met with the approval of the local business community.member of the bar n (qualified lawyer, barrister)法律界成员Even though he went to law school, he cannot work as a lawyer because he is not a member of the bar.member of the community n (local inhabitant) (当地居民)社区成员Alex is a respectable member of the community.Member of the European Parliament n (representative in EU body)欧洲议会成员MEP n initialism (Member of the European Parliament) (member of European Parliament的缩写形式)欧盟议会成员The MEPs voted on the new legislation.merest, the merest adj (slightest)最小的；最少的Some insects are so small that they float away on the merest breeze.She was afraid that the bowl would break at her merest touch.merest, the merest adj (least significant)微不足道的；最不重要的He trembled at the merest hint of trouble.The knight obeyed his lady's merest whim.method, Method, the Method n (film, theater: approach to acting) (戏剧)体验式表演法Harrison studied Method in acting school, and he has been devoted to that style ever since.the Métis npl (indigenous Canadians) (种群)梅蒂人Mexican wave, the wave n (crowd movement up and down)墨西哥人浪the mid-thirties npl (decade: middle of the 1930s)三十年代中期the Middle Ages npl (medieval period)中世纪Most European societies were feudal during the Middle Ages.中世纪时，多数欧洲社会是封建制的。middle of the road, middle-of-the-road adj informal, figurative (average, mediocre)中庸的，平庸的备注: Hyphens are used when the term is an adjective that precedes the nounThe band abandoned their experimental tendencies for a middle-of-the-road sound in an effort to sell more records.middle of the road, middle-of-the-road adj informal, figurative (politics: not extreme) (政治)中间路线的，中间立场的His politics then were very middle of the road; they became radical later.middle of the road n (centre of a street)路中央The child froze in the middle of the road as the car sped towards him.the Midi n (South of France)法国南部midst [sth], in midst [sth], in midst of [sth], in the midst of [sth] prep literary (among)在…中间，在…之中In midst all the commotion, Amy lost her purse.一片混乱之中，艾米钱包丢了。the mighty npl (the rich and powerful)位高权重的人；权势人物Paul's grandmother always said, "Leave the complicated decisions to the mighty."military, the military n (armed forces)军队The US has the largest military in the world.美国拥有世界上规模最大的军队。the military npl (military personnel)军人；军方Milky Way, the Milky Way, the Milky Way galaxy n (astronomy: galaxy)银河；银河系The Milky Way comprises between 200 and 400 billion stars.the millions npl (numbers: 1,000,000 and upwards)上百万The number of people living in poverty is in the millions.有上百万人生活在贫困当中。millionth, 1,000,000th, the millionth, the 1,000,000th n (in a series, list: 1,000,000th)第一百万个mind the gap interj (London underground safety announcement)注意站台缝隙the Miocene n (geological period)中新世miss the boat v expr figurative (lose your chance for [sth])错过机会，坐失良机miss the bus v expr informal, figurative (lose opportunity)错过机会You seriously missed the bus when you didn't ask Jane to the dance.miss the bus v expr (fail to catch bus)错过汽车；没赶上公交车I was late to work because I missed the bus.miss the chance v expr (not take or get the opportunity)错过机会I missed the chance to hear that band when they last performed here, but I will catch them next time.miss the mark v expr figurative (fail to achieve intended aim)未达到目的；未实现目标The essay misses the mark because it doesn't directly answer the question.miss the mark v expr (fail to hit target)未击中目标；偏离目标The soccer player's shot missed the mark and went out for a goal kick.miss the point v expr (fail to understand)没能理解You're missing the point: this isn't about pay - it's about conditions.the missing npl (missing people)失踪人员Following the earthquake, five Spaniards are thought to be among the missing.missus, the missus n informal (wife) (非正式用语)老婆Where are you and the missus going for your anniversary tonight?你和你老婆今天晚上要庆祝结婚周年吗？the mob n (common people) (偏贬义)群众，人群The governor had to be careful not to anger the mob.总督需要小心行事，不能激怒那群暴民。the Mob n informal (mafia)黑手党；黑帮The Mob control virtually everything in this town.镇上的一切实际都受黑手党的控制。the moon n (Earth's moon)月亮, 月球The moon can often be seen at night.晚上经常能看到月亮。moral of the story n (ethical lesson in a fable or story)故事的寓意In the tale of the tortoise and the hare, the slow tortoise wins the race - the moral of the story is that steady persistence wins in the end.moral of the story n figurative (lesson to be learned from [sth])经验教训The engine blew up after a week so the moral of the story is not to buy a really cheap second-hand car.the morning star n (Venus as seen before sunrise)金星，启明星most, the most adj (in the greatest number) (数量)最多的This plant has the most strawberries.这株草莓结的果最多。most, the most adj (in greatest quantity)最多的；最大量的Tom's glass has the most milk.汤姆杯子里的牛奶最多。the most adj (in the greatest measure)最多的Father makes the most money of all of us.父亲是我们家挣钱最多的。the most adj (to the greatest degree) (程度)最…的，至极的That is the most difficult game of all. She is the most intelligent student in class.这是最难的一个游戏。她是班上最聪明的学生。most, the most adv (to the greatest quantity or degree) (最高级)最，极The teacher likes him the most.老师最喜欢他。most of the time adv (usually)通常；大多数时候I can hardly understand what he's saying most of the time.大多数时候我几乎都不能理解他在说些什么。the mother of [sth] n figurative (cause)原因, 缘由Some think that diplomacy is the mother of inaction.the motor for [sth] n figurative ([sth] that makes things happen) (比喻)原动力；引擎Erin was the real motor for the project.艾琳是这个项目真正的引擎。move in for the kill v expr informal, figurative (get ready to defeat [sb])接近准备攻击The boxer could see that his opponent was tiring so he moved in for the kill.move the goalposts, shift the goalposts v expr figurative (change the rules)临时改变规则；随意改变条件When the education authorities keep moving the goalposts, it's difficult for teachers to teach effectively.the movies npl mainly US, informal (films seen at a cinema) (在电影院播放的)电影Are we going to the movies tonight? I've always loved the movies!我们今晚去电影院看电影吗？我一直都喜欢看电影！much the same adj (very similar)差不多一样的；基本一样的I will use much the same method as George did to make these changes.much the same adj (unchanged)与之前…差不多一样的The doctors say he is in much the same condition as yesterday.My hometown looks much the same as it did when I left 10 years ago.the multitude n (common people)民众；群众The politician won the election with the support of the multitude.Mum's the word. interj slang (It's a secret.)保密；别说出去Don't tell anybody about this; mum's the word.the munchies npl slang (sudden hunger for snacks) (俚语)突然间想吃零食；嘴馋I've got the munchies; I need to find something to eat!the naked eye n figurative (eyesight: without optical aids)肉眼The naked eye cannot see infrared light.name of the game n informal, figurative (aim, purpose) (非正式用语，比喻)主要目的，本质之所在For most students, getting good grades is the name of the game.In the business world, "profit" is the name of the game.narrow the gap v expr figurative (lessen the difference)缩小差距We put her in tutoring to try to narrow the gap between her reading level and what it should be.National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children n (UK child protection organization)全国防止虐待儿童协会the Nativity n (Bible story: birth of Jesus) (圣经)耶稣诞生The church put on a play for Christmas about the Nativity.教会在圣诞节时上演了一部关于耶稣诞生的戏剧。the Navajo n (Native American tribe)纳瓦霍族near the ground adv (close to the earth)靠近地面地The helicopter hovered near the ground for a few minutes before finally taking off.nearer the time adv (closer to a given future point)到时候I'll be passing through town sometime in August; I'll let you know the actual date nearer the time.nearest, the nearest adj (physically closest) (地理位置)最近的，最靠近的Where's the nearest pharmacy?nearest, the nearest adj (number: closest) (数字)最接近的Round up to the nearest whole number.nearest, the nearest adj (most like [sth]) (最像)最相似的，最接近的I know none of these is the colour you wanted, but which is nearest?the nearest to [sth] n (closest thing, person)最接近的人或物, 最相似的人或物What language is the nearest to Welsh?nearly the same adj (very similar)几乎差不多的；几乎一样的The professor noticed that the two students' papers were nearly the same, and failed them both.Necessity is the mother of invention n (need inspires solutions)需要是发明之母It is said that necessity is the mother of invention.neck of the woods n figurative (area, locale) (比喻)地带，地段Stop by and see me the next time you're in my neck of the woods.nectar of the gods n (mythology: ambrosia) (神话中的)神仙的食物，玉液琼浆My favourite drink is vodka, it's the nectar of the gods to me!the needful n (the necessary money)钱the needful n (necessary actions)必须做的事the needy npl (poor people)穷人Charities collect money, food and clothes to give to the needy.慈善机构为穷人募集钱款、食物和衣服。the Neolithic n (New Stone Age era)新石器时代nerve, the nerve n figurative, informal (courage)勇气；胆量；魄力Kate worked up her nerve and asked her boss for a raise.凯特鼓起勇气，去向老板要求加薪。the nerve to do [sth] n figurative, informal (excessive boldness) (比喻)做…是吃了熊心豹子胆The guy had the nerve to talk back to his boss.那个人简直是吃了熊心豹子胆，居然敢和老板顶嘴。the net n mainly US, informal, abbreviation (internet)互联网；网络Rachel got on the net to send an email.瑞秋登上互联网发送邮件。the Netherlands n (country) (欧洲国家)荷兰Tom visited the Netherlands this summer.The Netherlands is famous for being largely below sea level.今年夏天汤姆去了荷兰旅游。the netherworld n (mythology: hell, underworld) (神话中的)地狱, 下界, 阴间the netherworld n (afterworld, the hereafter)阴间, 后世the netherworld n figurative (criminal world)犯罪高发地区the new n ([sth] that is new)新东西；新事物Out with the old and in with the new!new kid on the block n US, informal, figurative (newcomer) (非正式用语)新来的人the new normal n (changed circumstances)新常态the New Testament n (second part of Christian Bible) (圣经)新约The New Testament contains history and letters from the time of Jesus of Nazareth to the beginning of the first church.the next adj (immediately behind)下一个，接下来的I'll help the next person in line.我会帮助队伍里的下一位。the Nicene Creed n (Christian creed)尼西亚信经；尼西亚信条the nick n UK, slang (prison) (俚语)监狱；班房；牢房Tom spent a few years in the nick back in the day.nineteenth, 19th, the nineteenth, the 19th n (in a series, list)第19个Plato's statue is the nineteenth on the left.the nineteenth, the 19th n (nineteenth day of the month) (日期)第19天Margaret is organizing a dinner party for the nineteenth.the nineteenth of, 19th, 19th of, the 19th, the 19th of n UK (nineteenth day of specified month) (日期)19日，19号Jennifer's birthday is on the nineteenth of February.the Nineteenth, XIX n (nineteenth monarch, pope with name)19世备注: "XIX" is spoken as "the Nineteenth"the nineties, the '90s npl (decade: 1990s) (二十世纪)九十年代The nineties were famous for grunge music, like Nirvana.ninth, 9th, the ninth, the 9th n (in a series, list: 9th item, person)第九个人；第九个东西You're the ninth in line to board the plane.the ninth, the 9th n (ninth day of the month)一个月的第九天Are you ready for classes to start on the ninth?the ninth of, 9th, 9th of, the 9th, the 9th of n UK (ninth day of specified month)一个月的第九天备注: The written form "9 August" may also be used.I met my husband on the ninth of August, 1966.the Ninth, IX n (9th monarch with specified name)第九任君王或皇帝备注: 'IX' is spoken as "the Ninth"Louis the Ninth ruled France from 1226 to 1270.nip [sth] in the bud v expr figurative (stop developing further)把…掐死在摇篮中；把…扼杀在萌芽状态Her son took up smoking, but she nipped that in the bud by making him smoke an entire pack.the nitty-gritty n informal (practical details) (非正式用语)详情, 细节；正事, 正题Could we stop all this talk and get down to the nitty gritty, please?for the nonce expr (for the present time, this occasion)目前；当下；现今The accident left me unable to walk for the nonce.目前，我在这起事故后还无法走路。none the wiser, (not) any the wiser expr (still not understanding)还是不明白；还是不懂Aaron's attempts to explain left his listeners none the wiser.None of us were any the wiser after reading the instructions.none the wiser, (not) any the wiser expr (not aware)注意不到；意识不到I reckon, if we go this way, we can get in and out without the security guards being any the wiser.Stephanie made it home before her parents woke up and they were none the wiser about what she'd been up to that night.the noon of [sth] n literary, figurative (high point)最高点；全盛时期Tom's life was ruined right at the noon of his career.the noose n figurative (capital punishment: hanging)绞刑Steve was sentenced to the noose for his crime.Norse, the Norse npl (medieval Scandinavian person)古斯堪的纳维亚人The monastery at Lindisfarne was raided by the Norse in AD 793.林迪斯法恩修道院在公元793年遭到当时斯堪的纳维亚人的洗劫。Norse, the Norse npl (medieval Norwegian person)古挪威人north, the north n (magnetic north) (磁极)北极The compass needle always points to the north.指南针总是指向北极。the North n US, historical (northern US: Civil War) (美国南北战争中的北部各州)美国北方地区The North won the US civil war.the North n UK (northern England)英格兰北部Kate left London and moved to the North.the North n (N. America: far north)美国北部Men flocked to the North during the Alaska gold rush.the North Star n (astronomy: polestar, Polaris) (天文)北极星One can distinguish direction at night by following the North Star.在夜里，根据北极星，我们就能辨别出方向。the Northeast n (northeastern part of the US)东北部the Northern Irish n (people of Northern Ireland)北爱尔兰人the northern lights, the Northern Lights, the aurora borealis, the aurora polaris npl (Northern Hemisphere aurora)北极光We are going on a cruise around Norway and hope to see the northern lights.not be worth the effort v expr (be a waste of time)得不偿失not for the faint of heart, not for the fainthearted adj (shocking, frightening, or intense)胆小者不宜的Watching that Hitchcock film is not for the faint of heart.not in the least adv (not at all)毫不Sure, you can borrow five dollars, I don't mind in the least.not in the mood adj informal (disinclined, unwilling)没心情；没心思I'm not in the mood to listen to your lies.not on the radar expr figurative, informal (undetected)不受关注；未引起注意nothing of the kind n (not that) (强调情况不同)绝不是那么回事，才不是呢They thought we were coming for a visit, but we had planned nothing of the kind.nothing of the sort n (not at all as described) (强调情况不同)绝对不是这样的，绝对没有I've done nothing of the sort!nothing of the sort interj (not at all) (强调情况不同)绝没有这回事，才不是呢"I heard that you borrowed Jane's car without asking her." "Nothing of the sort!"the noughts, the noughties npl UK, informal (decade: 2000 to 2009)21世纪头十年；00年代the now n (present moment)现在；目前，当下The leaders' attention is focused in the now.这名领导人的注意力集中在当下。NSPCC n initialism (child protection organization)全国防止虐待儿童协会OBE n initialism (honored member)英帝国勋位军官obey the rules v expr (comply with regulations)遵守规则；遵守规定You must obey the rules!the obvious n (what is evident)明显的事物By focusing on hidden clues, he risked missing the obvious.the Occident n (western hemisphere)西方the odd word n informal (occasional verbal exchange)说过几句话，有过简短交流I've had the odd word with him over the years, but I never really knew him well.the Odyssey n (Greek epic poem) (荷马所作的史诗)奥德赛The Odyssey influenced many later literary works.be of the essence v expr (be crucial)重要的；至关重要的of the same mind adj (having a similar opinion)意见一致的；看法相同的We've reached a consensus. The whole committee is of the same mind on this issue.of utmost importance, of the highest importance adj (essential, crucial)极为重要的Please interrupt Mr. Smith's meeting, I have something to tell him of the utmost importance.off the air adj (not broadcasting) (节目)已经停播的，已停止放送的I loved that show, but unfortunately it's been off the air for years and I can't watch it anymore.off the air, off air adv (no longer broadcast)停播；停止放送Our local radio station goes off the air at midnight, and then there are no more programs to listen to.off the bat, right off the bat adv figurative, informal (straight away, from the very start)马上，立刻Mr. Davis walked into the room, and right off the bat, students began asking questions.off the beaten track, off the beaten path expr (away from tourist routes)在偏僻处；在人迹罕至处We prefer to eat with the locals in small restaurants off the beaten track.off the books adj (not recorded in accounts)帐外的；未登记在账面上的I am being paid off the books.off the chain adj UK, slang (wildly entertaining)狂野的off the charts, off the chart adj (extreme, not measurable)特别好的；不可估量的off the charts, off the chart adj figurative, informal (outstanding, unexpected)出色的；意想不到的off the coast adv (in water near shore)离岸地The abandoned boat was found adrift off the coast of South Carolina.off the cuff, off-the-cuff adj figurative (remarks: improvised)即兴的；未经准备的备注: Hyphens are used when the term is an adjective that precedes the nounoff the cuff expr figurative (in an improvised way)即兴；即席off the hook adj figurative, informal (freed from blame)没事的；不会被责怪的William isn't off the hook until he can prove it was his brother who stole the money.直到威廉证明他的兄弟偷了钱，他才逃过责备。off the hook adj figurative, informal (freed from punishment)逃过惩罚；逃脱惩罚You're not off the hook yet.你并没有逃脱惩罚。off the hook adj (telephone: unable to receive calls)断开的I've been trying to get hold of Audrey all day, but I keep getting the engaged tone. She can't have been on the phone this long; it must be off the hook.我一整天都在找奥德丽，但一直忙音。她不可能打那么久电话，她一定是断线了。off the mark expr (incorrect)不准确；不对off the record, off-the-record adj (unofficial, confidential)非官方的；不公开的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounThe senator apologized for his off-the-record remarks.off the record adv (unofficially, confidentially)非正式地；不公开地Those comments were made off the record and weren't intended for publication.off the shelf adv (from stock)现货供应off-the-shelf adj (readily available from stock)有现货的；现货供应的off-the-shelf adj (in a standard format)现成的；现成可用的off the top of your head expr figurative, informal (spontaneously, improvising)不假思索地；信口Off the top of my head, I can't remember the name of that actor.be off the wagon v expr figurative, informal (alcoholic: drinking again) (非正式用语)再度酗酒fall off the wagon v expr figurative, informal (alcoholic: start drinking again) (非正式用语)再次开始酗酒off the wall, off-the-wall adj figurative, informal (unusual, bizarre)奇怪的；奇异的；诡异的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounoff-grid, off-the-grid adj (energy: not from main supply) (能源)不靠主要供给网的；自给自足的off-grid, off-the-grid adj (living: without mains utilities)不入网的；离网的off-grid, off the grid adv (without mains utilities)离网地The community lives off-grid in a remote part of Scotland.off-the-peg (UK), off-the-rack (US) adj (clothing: ready to wear) (衣服)现成的off-the-shoulder adj (clothing: not covering shoulder)露肩的the offside n UK (vehicle: centre road side)车辆外侧The car swerved to the offside and struck an oncoming vehicle.the offspring of [sth] n figurative (result)后果；产物That machine is the offspring of Amanda's creative mind.the old npl uncountable (elderly persons)老人；老年人You should show respect to the old.你应该尊重老人。the olds, [sb]'s olds npl UK, AU, informal (parents)父母；家长When they found out what I'd done, my olds grounded me for a month.old as the hills adj informal (very old, ancient) (非正式用语)非常古老的，老掉牙的That legend is as old as the hills.the Old Bill npl UK, slang (police) (俚语)警察；警方备注: Takes a singular or plural verb.The Old Bill have arrested Trevor for handling stolen goods.the old school n figurative (tradition)保守派；老派备注: hyphen used when term is an adj before a nounDavies belongs to the old school of sports commentators.the Old Testament n (first half of Christian Bible) (圣经)旧约God as described in the Old Testament is an angry and vengeful being.the Old West n (geography)老西部；西部时代the Old World n historical (Europe, Africa, and Asia collectively) (过去对于欧洲、亚洲和非洲的合称)旧世界The Americas have been settled by waves of people from the Old World.on the agenda adv (for discussion)列入议程地；进入讨论地The committee put the lack of air conditioning on the agenda before the summer meeting.on the air, on air adv (being broadcast)正在广播Ssh! We're on the air, and the whole world can hear you cough.on the air, on air adv (station, channel: broadcasting)广播地The radio station is on the air from 6 in the morning to midnight.on the air, on air adv (show: on TV, radio)播放地"Friends" was on the air for 10 years and is still syndicated by many TV stations.on the alert expr (vigilant)警惕；警觉；防备Police are on the alert after two incidents involving an armed robber in the downtown Chicago area.on the autism spectrum, on the autistic spectrum expr (neuroatypical)自闭症；患自闭症on the back burner adv figurative (low priority)居于次要地位；处于非首要地位That project's on the back burner for now, while I attend to more urgent matters.on the back of [sth] expr (as a result of [sth])由于；因为on the back of [sth] expr (using the strength of [sth])凭借；借助on the back of [sth] expr (soon after [sth])随后on the ball adv figurative, informal (alert) (比喻，非正式用语)机警的，敏锐的You need to be on the ball to spot the best bargains.on the basis of [sth] prep (on given grounds)基于...；根据...；以...为基础Candidates will be judged on the basis of their performance at interview.on the beat expr (in the correct rhythm, tempo)合拍on the beat expr (on patrol)在巡逻on the blink adj slang (not functioning properly) (俚语)出故障的，出毛病的，失灵的My television is on the blink, so I can't watch my favorite show tonight.on the block expr US (for sale at auction)在拍卖on the block expr figurative (at risk: said of head)冒...的险It's alright for you; it'll be my head on the block if we get this wrong.on the books adj (registered)登记在案的；载入名册的Dave is out of work at the moment, but he's on the books of several employment agencies, so he's hoping to find a job soon.on the books adj (recorded in the accounts)账上的；账目上的Was that cash transaction on the books?on the borderline, on the border line adv figurative (in between)在边界；在边缘After his wife left him he spent several months on the borderline between sanity and insanity.That's on the borderline of being offensive.on the bounce adv (ball, etc.: as it rebounds)弹起时；回弹时on the bounce adv figurative, informal (consecutively)连续地；相继地on the breadline, on the bread line adv UK, figurative (in poverty)挣扎在生活线上；勉强糊口Sadly, thousands of families in this country are on the breadline.on the brink of [sth] prep figurative (very close to [sth] occurring)在…的边缘The Mexican Grey Wolf was on the brink of extinction, but conservation efforts are bringing it back.on the brink of doing [sth] prep (about to do [sth])濒临；即将做某事的She was on the brink of committing suicide when she called the crisis hotline.on the chance, on the chance that expr (just in case)万一；碰巧on the cheap adv informal (at little expense, by cutting costs)便宜地；廉价地He had bought his suit on the cheap, and the shoddy fabric showed it.She made the movie on the cheap, using a hand held camera.on [sb]'s coattails, on the coattails of [sb] (US), on [sb]'s coat-tails (UK) expr (succeed: thanks to [sb] else)在…提携之下；靠…提携on the condition that conj (providing that, as long as)在…条件下；只要…You can buy this house on the condition that you sell yours first.on the contrary adv (not at all, quite the opposite)（恰恰）相反地；反之You think people can't change? On the contrary, they can!你认为人是不会变的？恰恰相反，当然会！usage: ‘on the contrary’You say on the contrary when you are contradicting a statement that has just been made.‘You’ll get tired of it.' – ‘On the contrary. I’ll enjoy it.'You also use on the contrary when you have said that something is not the case, and you are going to say that the opposite is true.There was nothing ugly about her dress: on the contrary, it was rather elegant.on the corner adv (at the intersection of 2 streets)在转角处；在拐角处on the count of three adv (after counting to 3)数到三下后The race will start on the count of three.on the crest adv (at the highest point)在尖端；在顶上；在顶峰The seagull was floating on the crest of a wave.on the cusp of [sth] prep figurative (on the threshold of [sth])在...的边缘；即将Owen is on the cusp of a breakthrough in his therapy.on the defensive adv (self-protective)采取守势；处于守势The mayor went on the defensive when a reporter asked about his difficulties with the city council.on the dole adv UK (claiming unemployment benefit)靠失业救济金生活，在领失业救济金Nigel has been on the dole for over a year.on the dot adv informal (time: precisely)准时；准点It's 5 o'clock on the dot.on the dot of [sth] expr informal (time: precisely at)准时在...点；...准点The garage promised my car would be ready by 4 pm and they rang me on the dot of 4 to confirm that I could pick it up.on the double, also UK: at the double expr (very fast)快速地；飞快地；赶紧on the edge adv (at the rim)在…的边缘Peter was worried that the cup might fall, for it stood on the edge of the table.on the edge adv figurative (at the forefront)在…的前沿3D technology is on the edge of movie-making techniques.on the edge of expr figurative (on the verge of)在…的边缘Alpine skiers are always on the edge of losing control.on the edge of your seat expr (excited, enthralled)特别兴奋；兴奋到坐不住on the eve of expr (the evening before)在…前夕，在…前夜When it began to rain on the eve of the festival we knew it would be a muddy mess.on the eve of expr figurative (just prior to)在…前夕On the eve of his election, a scandal broke out.on the evidence adv (judging by testimony given)根据…看来On the evidence given, the jury was unable to find her guilty.on the face of it expr figurative (superficially)表面上On the face of it, he's a great candidate, but have you checked out his references yet?on the far side of [sth] expr (at the distant end)远端；较远一侧on the fence adv figurative (undecided)持观望态度Is nuclear power a good or bad thing? I'm still on the fence.on the fly adv informal (hurriedly, without pausing)忙忙碌碌地；匆匆忙忙地Veronica had lunch on the fly between classes.on the fly adv (computing: while program is running) (计算机)运行中；运转中on the fringes expr (outside the mainstream)在...之外；在...的边缘on the fringes of [sth] expr (outside the mainstream)在...边缘；在...主流之外on the fritz adj informal (broken, malfunctioning)坏了的；出了故障的This toaster is on the fritz; it keeps burning my bread.on the front burner adv figurative (high priority)优先地位；处于重要地位I'll put that job on the front burner, as it's urgent.on the go adv informal (moving)忙忙碌碌，忙碌；乱动，乱晃My children never sit still! They're always on the go. I'm so busy all day; I'm on the go from sun up to sun down.我一整天都忙死了，从日出忙碌到日落。我的孩子就是坐不住！他们总是到处乱动。on the ground adv figurative (at the scene)在现场；当场We have journalists on the ground reporting live from the scene.on the grounds that conj (because)因为；基于...的原因William was fired on the grounds that his work performance was insufficient.on the high seas adv (in open waters, at sea)在公海上Many sailors enjoy being on the high seas.on the hoof expr (livestock: alive)未宰杀的；活的on the hoof expr figurative, informal (without preparation)未做准备的；临场的The TV host never prepared for his interviews, but made up his questions on the hoof.on the hoof expr figurative, informal (while moving around)在路上；出行中I give presentations all over the country, so I do much of my speech-writing on the hoof.on the hook expr figurative (caught, ensnared)落入圈套；中计The saleswoman knew the customer was on the hook as soon as she told him about the discount.Robert is a real smooth-talker and he's certainly got Angela on the hook.on the horizon adv (between land and sky) (本义)地平线上I could see a huge ship on the horizon.on the horizon adv figurative (coming up, ahead) (比喻)即将发生地，将要到来地There are several new projects on the horizon for our workgroup.on the horns of a dilemma expr figurative (facing difficult choice)处于两难境地；进退维谷on the hour expr (when the clock strikes the hour)准点；在整点时刻on the house adv (offered free of charge)免费，由店家付钱go on the hunt for [sth/sb] v expr (look for [sth], [sb])搜寻；寻找When he turned 18, Ron went on the hunt for his biological parents.be on the hunt for [sth/sb] v expr (look for [sth], [sb])搜寻；寻找My cat is always on the hunt for mice and birds.on the increase adj (growing, increasing)不断增加的；逐渐增加的Tuberculosis is on the increase, especially among the indigent.on the job expr (while working)在工作；在忙Apprentices are trained while on the job.on the job expr slang (having sex)在做爱The couple were on the job.on the lam n informal (in flight)在逃Three months later, the city treasurer is still on the lam.on the left adv (to the left-hand side)左边地；在左边；靠左侧on the level adj slang, figurative (honest, without trickery) (俚语)诚实的；坦率的；不耍花招的So, this deal is on the level?be on the line v expr figurative, informal (be at risk)有危险，处于险境；岌岌可危be on the lookout for [sb] v expr (be trying to find)搜寻,,,The police are on the lookout for a dangerous criminal who has escaped from prison.be on the lookout for [sth] v expr (be alert to the possibility of)警惕, 小心Beth is always on the lookout for bargains at the supermarket.keep on the lookout, stay on the lookout adj (keep watch)保持警惕的；警觉关注的；望风的；放哨的I'll keep on the lookout and let you know if I spot anything unusual.我来负责望风，一看到有什么不对，就立刻通知你。keep on the lookout for [sth/sb], stay on the lookout for [sth/sb] v expr (remain vigilant for)警惕；留意Stay on the lookout for any suspicious activity in your neighborhood.on the loose adv (unfettered)逍遥地；到处乱跑地The neighbor's dogs are on the loose and they are chasing our chickens.on the map expr (place: be well-known)出名的Since the success of its music festival, this small town has been firmly on the map.on the market expr (for sale)待售Our house is on the market for £200,000.on the mend adj informal (recovering)在改善中；在好转中She was in hospital for a month after the crash, but now she is finally on the mend.on the money adj slang (correct, accurate)非常准确Her predictions are usually right on the money.Wow, you called that one, right on the money.on the move adj informal (restless, mobile)四处奔波；四处迁移After robbing the bank, he was constantly on the move trying to evade the authorities.on the move adv informal (moving around)在附近活动Be careful out there; the lions are on the move.on the move adv (while moving)在行进中；在走动My smartphone enables me to keep up with email on the move.on the nail expr UK, figurative (cash, payment: without delay) (现金、支付)当场；立即be on the needle v expr informal (take drugs habitually)注射成瘾；吸毒成瘾on the nose, right on the nose adj informal, figurative (exact, precise)准确；精确Your guess was right on the nose.on the nose adj US, informal, figurative (lacking subtlety, nuance) (非正式用语)不精致的；粗犷的on the off chance expr informal (just in case)万一, 碰碰运气on the off chance, on the off chance that expr informal (with clause: in case) (非正式用语)抱微弱希望；万一On the off chance that it rains, we will postpone the competition until tomorrow.on the offensive adv (into attack mode)发动攻势地；准备进攻地The army is on the offensive against insurgent guerrillas.on the offensive adj (attacking)攻击的；发动进攻的on the one hand ... on the other hand, on the one hand ... on the other, on one hand ... on the other hand, on one hand ... on the other adv figurative (comparing points of view)一方面…另一方面On the one hand, it would be quicker to fly to Manchester; on the other, it would be more expensive than the train.on the order of [sb], on the orders of [sb], on [sb]'s orders expr (at [sb]'s command)按...的指令；按...的要求on the order of [sth] (US), of the order of [sth] (UK) expr (with this order of magnitude)以...的程度；以...的严重性on the order of (US), of the order of, in the order of (UK) expr (approximately)大致的；大约的；与...相近的on the other hand expr (from the opposing point of view)另一方面I really want to see this movie; on the other hand, it's raining and I'm tired.我真的很想看这部电影，不过天还在下雨，我也很累。on the outside adv (externally)外部地；外在地He is dangerous, though he looks innocent on the outside.on the outside adv informal (not in prison)外面地；室外地The jailer asked the prisoner "What will you do on the outside?".on the outside of [sth] expr (on the exterior of)在…外面The artist was commissioned to paint a mural on the outside of the building.on the part of [sb] prep (by)就…来说；由…所为There is a strong desire on the part of new citizens to help shape the places in which they live.on the phone adv informal (having a telephone conversation)打电话；讲电话I am on the phone with my mother.on the plus side expr (positive point)好处在于，加分项是On the plus side, you'll be in a better school catchment area if you move there.on the point of [sth] expr (close to [sth])面临，濒临；几近，接近The country's largest bank is on the point of collapse.on the point of doing [sth] expr (about to do [sth])正在…的时候；即将；濒临She was on the point of leaving when he finally arrived.on the premises adv (on site, on the property)在场内；现场Be careful! There's a thief on the premises!on the proviso that conj (providing, on condition that)条件是；前提是on the prowl expr (looking for prey)寻找目标； (比喻义)觅食Police warned residents that thieves have been on the prowl in the neighborhood.on the radio expr (received by a radio)通过无线电接收on the radio expr (broadcast by radio)通过无线电广播；广播节目on the razz, out on the razz adj UK, slang (partying)聚会；联欢We've got the house to ourselves. My sister's out on the razz.on the receiving end, on the receiving end of [sth] adj figurative (subjected to [sth] unpleasant) (不愉快的事情)遭受；承受on the record expr (officially recorded)记录在案The politician's comments were on the record and were published in several newspapers.on the right adv (to the right-hand side)在右边；右边地；靠右The post office is further down this street, on the right.on the right of prep (to the right-hand side of)在…右边The post office is on the right of the bakery.on the right side of [sth] expr (to the right of)在…右边；在…右侧British and Japanese automobiles have the steering wheel on the right side of the car.on the right side of [sb] expr figurative (in favour with)讨…的欢心You'll need to stay on the right side of your boss if you want to get that promotion.on the right side of [sth] expr figurative (on moral side of)在...道义的一边，在...正义的一边When future generations look back on this moment, they will be able to see who was on the right side of this issue.on the right side of the law expr (legal)合法的；遵纪守法的The protesters felt that they were on the right side of the law.on the right track expr (following the correct path)走对路了，循着正确的路线，走正确的路on the right track expr figurative (not mistaken or misled) (比喻)（想法、做法等）循着正确的道路After failing her class last semester, she got back on the right track and passed this semester.on the rise adj (increasing)增长；增加Job growth is on the rise this year.on the rise adj figurative (improving)改进；提高on the road adv (travelling)在旅行；在旅途中We will be on the road for days when we drive from New York to Los Angeles.on the road adv (on tour)在巡回（演出）中She spends several months of the year on the road, touring with her band.on the road adv (on the way, on a path: to [sth])在路上；在去…的路上Eating less and exercising more has me on the road to losing weight.on the road to prep (heading for, destined for)去往…；在去…的途中；在前往…的路上Are we on the road to Rome?on the rocks expr slang (in trouble, failing)触礁；陷入困境Their marriage is on the rocks since his infidelity.on the rocks expr informal, figurative (drink: served with ice) (饮料)只加冰块的I'll take a whiskey on the rocks, please.on the run adv (evading capture)在逃跑中He escaped from prison and is on the run.on the same page expr figurative, informal (in agreement)意见一致；达成共识on the same wavelength adj figurative (thinking similarly to [sb] else)想法类似；具有相同观点on the scene adv (present, on site)在场on the shelf adv figurative, dated, informal (woman: no longer marriageable)嫁不出去In those days, if a woman wasn't married by the age of 30, she was said to be on the shelf.on the shelf adv (inactive, unemployed)无所作为；失业on the shelf adv (not being used)束之高阁on the side adv (in addition)此外；另外She worked all day in an office and babysat on the side.on the side adv (secretly)私密地；私下地；暗地里She found out her husband had a girlfriend on the side.on the side adv (food: to one side) (指食物)在旁边，在侧边I'll have the apple pie, with ice cream if you have it, but I want the ice cream on the side, not on top of the pie.on the sidelines, also US: in the sidelines expr (sports: off the field of play)场外on the sidelines, also US: in the sidelines expr figurative (position: not central to action)袖手旁观；置身局外After 20 years in office she says she'll enjoy life on the sidelines.on the skids adv slang (in trouble, failing)逐渐衰落，走下坡路； (口语)准备出发的Since he started drinking, his life went on the skids.on the sly adv informal (secretly)背地里；悄悄地He spent a lot of his career playing computer games on the sly.on the spectrum expr (autistic, neuroatypical)自闭症；患自闭症on the spot adv (immediately)当场；立即He ordered me to do it on the spot because he couldn't wait.因为他等不及，所以命令我当场完成此事。on the spot adv (at the place in question)在现场Newspapers' foreign correspondents are on the spot when a story develops.当事件发生时，报刊的海外记者们都在现场。on the spot expr informal, figurative (in an awkward situation)处于困境中；处于难堪境地Bill was on the spot because he owed a lot of people a lot of money.因为比尔欠着许多人一大笔债，所以正处于困境中。on the spur of the moment expr (spontaneously)一时冲动；不假思索；心血来潮We decided to go to Las Vegas on the spur of the moment.on the straight and narrow expr figurative (in a respectable way)规规矩矩地做人；正派的做人之道Matt has always lived his life on the straight and narrow; he's never even gotten a parking ticket!on the street, on the streets expr (homeless)无家可归on the street, on the streets expr (unemployed, without a job)没有工作，失业on the street, on the streets expr (free from prison)被释放The prosecution argued that it would be better for the offender to serve a prison sentence rather than be on the streets again.on the strength of [sth] expr (based on)基于；凭借on the supposition that conj (on the assumption that)假定…；认为…；在…假设之下On the supposition that I can get flour, we will have cake tomorrow.on the surface expr (to all appearances)在表面上；从表面看On the surface, it seemed like a good idea, but when Josh looked into it further, he realised it would never work.on the table adv figurative (topic: for discussion or negotiation) (话题等)提交讨论；供商榷The proposal on the table was offered by Mr. Smith.Let's put all our options on the table.on the table adv US, figurative (plan: under consideration) (计划等)在考虑中，在讨论中be on the take v expr informal (take bribes) (非正式用语)受贿on the telephone adv (having a phone conversation)通电话，讲电话，打电话Can you kids please keep the noise down while I'm on the telephone?on the threshold of [sth] expr figurative (close to)非常接近；即将迎来We are on the threshold of a new era in social media.on the threshold of doing [sth] expr figurative (about to do [sth])将要做某事He was on the threshold of making his big decision.on the throne adv (monarch: in power) (统治者等)身居王位地，掌权地，执政地Queen Elizabeth II is currently on the throne.on the throne adv slang, vulgar (using the toilet) (俚语，粗俗用语)上厕所He's been reading his newspaper on the throne for the last 30 minutes!be on the tip of your tongue expr figurative (answer, etc.: hard to recall)一时间说不出；话到嘴边却说不出on the up and up, on the up adv UK, informal (increasingly successful)日渐成功；稳步上升on the up and up adv US, informal (legitimate, not illegal)合法on the verge of [sth] expr (about to)即将；将要This economy is on the verge of collapse!on the verge of doing [sth] expr (about to do)即将，将要；濒临，在...的边缘Imogen was on the verge of going out, when the phone rang.be on the wagon v expr figurative, informal (person: no longer drink alcohol)戒酒on the wane expr (in decline)逐渐衰落on the warpath n figurative (angry, seeking confrontation)发怒；找茬Watch out--the teacher is on the warpath today!on the watch expr (looking and waiting for [sth], [sb])等待；盼望；期待be on the watch expr (be looking and waiting)等待；盼望；期待be on the watch for [sth/sb] expr (be looking and waiting for [sth], [sb])等待；盼望；期待on the watch for [sth/sb] expr (looking for)提放；小心警惕The park ranger was always on the watch for poachers and forest fires.on the way, on my way adv (en route)在途中；在路上We stopped off on the way and took photos.我们在途中停下来拍了照。on the way expr figurative (about to happen)即将发生There are more job cuts on the way.即将发生更多裁员。on the way back expr (on the return route)在回程路上；在返回路上on the way to [sth] prep (heading, going)在去…的路上We were on the way to Manchester when we heard the news on the car radio.on the way to doing [sth] prep figurative (progressing)正在，正逐渐； (比喻说法)在...的路上Roger is on the way to becoming a successful entrepreneur.on the weekend (mainly US), on weekends (mainly US), at the weekend (UK), at weekends (UK) adv (on Saturdays or Sundays)在周末The City of London is quiet at the weekend.on the weekend (mainly US), at the weekend (UK) adv (last Saturday or Sunday)上周末；上一个周末I saw Steve on the weekend and he told me to say hi to you.on the weekend (mainly US), at the weekend (UK) adv (next Saturday or Sunday)下周末；下一个周末Bye for now! See you on the weekend!on the whole expr (overall)大体上；基本上Some of the acting is terrible, but on the whole it's an entertaining film.部分表演很糟糕，但总体来说这是一部看了让人愉悦的电影。on top, on the top adv (on the uppermost part)在顶部；在最上面The cupcake Betty chose had a cherry on top.贝蒂选的纸杯蛋糕上面有一颗樱桃。on top of [sth], on the top of [sth] prep (at highest point)在…的顶部The climbers were left stranded on top of the mountain after a snowstorm.暴风雪过后，登山者被困在山顶。feel on top of the world, be on top of the world expr figurative (be very happy)心满意足；兴高采烈；欣喜若狂The day his daughter was born, the new father felt on top of the world.女儿出生的那天，新为人父的他欣喜若狂。on-the-job adj (at work)在工作中的；在职的There is no substitute for on-the-job experience. These new systems will improve on-the-job communications significantly.在工作中的经验是无法取代的。这些新的系统能有效提高在工作中的沟通。on-the-job training n (apprenticeship, learning by doing)在职培训I never took actual programming courses, but I had a lot of on-the-job training.Experience is not required; the company provides on-the-job training.on-the-spot adj (immediate, without preparation)立即的；当场的The shy actress hated on-the-spot interviews.give [sb/sth] the once-over, give [sb/sth] a once-over v expr informal (inspect quickly) (非正式用语)草草打量，粗略查看When I submitted my report to the CEO, he gave it the once-over and then gave me a thumbs up.give [sth] the once-over, give [sth] a once-over v expr informal (clean [sth] quickly) (非正式用语)迅速清洁；迅速打扫I had just finished giving the living room a once-over when the guests arrived.the one adj (unique)唯一的；仅有的My manager is the one person who can operate this system.只有我的经理能够操作这个系统。the one pron (specific person)特指的那个人Jackie's the one I love.杰基就是那个我爱的人。the one about n (joke)笑话；玩笑When I told the one about the horse and the bar, nobody laughed.当我讲了那个关于马和酒吧的笑话时，并没人发笑。the [adj] one n (particular item)那个…的东西I don't like the blue sweater; I prefer the red one.我不喜欢那件蓝色的毛衣，我比较喜欢红的那件。the one n (soulmate, true love)真爱Christine believed Richard was the one, but he dumped her in the end.one after the other adv (one at a time)一个接一个地I couldn't believe it! He sat there and ate ten habanero peppers, one after the other!one and the same n (same person or thing)同一个人；同一个东西；完全相同的东西At the end of the story, the boy and his twin were revealed to be one and the same!one for the books, one for the history books n ([sth] amazing)值得载入史册的；值得人铭记的one for the road expr (final [sth] before leaving a place)临行前最后一次one or the other expr (either one of a pair)非此即彼；其中之一have one over the eight v expr UK, slang (be drunk)喝得微醺Oh dear. Audrey's had one over the eight again!be one over the eight v expr UK, slang (be drunk)酩酊大醉Tania's one over the eight; someone had better take her home.one way or the other adv (by either means)无论用怎样的方法；无论如何only-begotten Son of the Father n Bible (Christianity: Jesus Christ) (指耶稣基督)圣父的唯一儿子the open n (clear space)空地；宽敞之处Put it in the open, so we can all see it among all this clutter.把它放到空旷处。这样我们就可以把它和这堆乱七八糟的东西区分开来。the Open n (golf, tennis: tournament)公开赛The tennis player played at the French Open.the open air n (outdoors)室外；户外Hiking in the mountains is my favourite pastime; I have always loved the open air.open the way for [sth/sb] v expr figurative (enable)为…大开方便之门The government has opened the way for energy firms to explore for shale gas.open to the public adj (that can be visited by anyone)向公众开放的；对外开放的The park is open to the public every summer.Open University, the Open University n UK (higher education by correspondence)开放大学，函授大学Elaine is studying for a degree with the Open University.the opposite n (contrary thing or action)相反的事物或行动Whatever he wants to do, she does the opposite.不管他做什么，她都会做相反的事情。the opposite of expr (concept: contrary to, opposed to) (单词等)与…反义，与…（意思）相反Concerning politics, Joe's opinions were always the opposite of Mary's.Up is the opposite of down.the opposite side n (the other of two sides)对面the opposite side n (sports: opposing team)对方；对手orbit the Earth v expr (circle the world)绕着地球轨道运行Satellites orbit the earth.The Moon orbits the Earth.orchestra pit, the pit n (musicians' seating)乐池That dancer tripped off the stage and into the orchestra pit.order of the day n (meeting agenda)会议议程The order of the day always starts with the flag salute at our school.Here.Here.Let's take attendance and then get straight to the order of the day.order of the day n figurative (characteristic or predominant) (比喻)风尚Pessimism seems to be the order of the day round here.the ordinary n (usual routine)寻常；普通Nothing special happened today. It was just the ordinary.the Orovician n (geologic period)奥陶纪，奥陶系the Orient n literary, archaic (East Asia)东亚Early European explorers traveled to the Orient in search of riches.the original n (source)原件，原物；原作Sometimes it can be hard to tell a copy from the original.有时很难区分原件和复印件。ⓘ这句话不是该英语句子的翻译。 翻译和原作有些出入。the original n (primary work)原版，原著；原作I have just read an abridged novel, but I prefer the original.我刚读了一本小说的精简本，但我更喜欢原著。the original n (object of picture) (照片等的)本人The portrait did justice to the original.这幅画像和本人很像。osteoarthritis of the hip n (inflamed hip joint)髋关节炎My grandmother's osteoarthritis of the hip was so severe she had to have a hip-replacement surgery.OTC adv initialism (over the counter)场外地This drug cannot be bought OTC.OTC adj initialism (over-the-counter)场外的Rufus went to the pharmacy to get an OTC painkiller.the other, the Other n sometimes capitalized (person or thing perceived as alien)外来的；外部的Mainstream movies often portray those with facial differences as the other.the other half n figurative (different economic class) (指不同经济阶层)另一半the other side, the Other Side n (afterlife)阴间，冥间；黄泉之下the other side n (sports: opposing team)对手；竞争对手the other side n (opposite end)另一边；另一面；另一端the other side of the coin n figurative, informal (opposite aspect, converse)事物的另一面OU, the OU n UK, initialism (Open University)开放大学down for the count (US), out for the count (UK) adj (boxer: unconscious)被击倒读秒的, 被打晕的down for the count (US), out for the count (UK) adj informal, figurative (asleep)睡着的He's out for the count.out in the open, in the open adv (outdoors)在户外It's great to be out in the open on a warm spring day!out in the open, in the open adj figurative (knowledge: public)公开；公之于众The fact that he is gay is now out in the open.out of the blue adv figurative (unexpectedly) (比喻)出乎意料，出其不意My cousins turned up out of the blue on Christmas Day.圣诞节时，我的表兄弟们出乎意料地出现了。out of the box, out-of-the-box adv figurative, informal (unconventionally, creatively)奇思妙想的；跳出原有框框的；创新的Let's try thinking out of the box here.让我们用创新的思维来思考。out of the box adv (computing: ready to use) (计算机)拆盒即可使用的This computer should work out of the box.这台电脑是拆盒即可使用的。out of the box, out-of-the-box adj (computing: ready to use) (计算机)开箱即用的，即时可用的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounIt is quicker to buy an out-of-the-box laptop than to have one built to order.买一台现成的笔记本电脑比买一台按订单组装的电脑要快得多。out of the corner of your eye adv (in your peripheral vision)眼角的余光She couldn't describe him accurately because she'd only seen him out of the corner of her eye.out of the frying pan, into the fire expr figurative (from one danger to another)才出龙潭，又入虎穴By changing jobs, Jeremy risked jumping out of the frying pan, into the fire.out of the jaws of death, from the jaws of death adv figurative (out of mortal danger)逃脱鬼门关；从死神嘴边逃脱In the last scene, the hero snatches the heroine from the jaws of death just in time.out of the ordinary adj (unusual, remarkable)与众不同的；不同寻常的We travel abroad in order to experience something out of the ordinary.nothing out of the ordinary n ([sth] unremarkable)平平无奇；不过尔尔It's not a bad restaurant but it's nothing out of the ordinary.out of the picture expr (no longer part of [sth])不相关out of the question adj (not possible or permitted)不可能的It is out of the question for a twelve year old to go to a night club!out of the reach of [sb], out of [sb]'s reach expr (inaccessible)超出范围的；够不着的Your pills should be out of the reach of children.be out of the running v expr (no longer be part of competition)出局；淘汰出局put [sb] out of the running v expr (end [sb]'s chances in competition)让...出局；使...淘汰out of the way adv (not obstructing)不挡路备注: hyphen used when term is an adj before a nounI moved my chair out of the way so he could get past.out of the way, out-of-the-way adj (place: remote)偏僻的；远离城区的We hired a car and explored some of the out-of-the-way places on the island.out of the woods expr figurative (no longer in difficulty or danger)脱离险境了；克服困难了out of touch with the real world adj figurative, informal (unrealistic)脱离现实的Politicians who think they can cut public services and retain popularity are obviously out of touch with the real world.be out on the town v expr (enjoy a city's hotspots)去城里闲逛go out on the town v expr (enjoy a city's hotspots)去城里游玩outback, the outback, the Outback n (rural area of inland Australia) (尤指澳洲的)内地，腹地，内陆The Johnson family moved from Sydney to the outback last year.outback, the outback n figurative (any remote, inland region)内陆地区；偏僻地区It takes a long time to drive to Rita's house because it is in the middle of the outback.the outdoors n (open air)户外；室外When I'm not working, I love spending time in the outdoors.不工作的时候，我喜欢在户外活动。outermost, the outermost adj (outer)最外部的；最外面的Peter chose the outermost seat in case he needed to use the restroom during the movie.outermost, the outermost adj (most distant)离中心最远的；最外层的The telescope could see to the outermost limits of the galaxy.outside the box expr figurative (idea: unconventional) (形容想法等)不落窠臼；独辟蹊径；打破成规The leader told his team he wanted them to come up with ideas that were outside the box.over the counter adv (drugs: without prescription)不用处方地；非处方地Aspirin and Ibuprofen are examples of medicines that can be purchased over the counter.over the course of prep (during, throughout)在...之中；整个...时间；在...的时间里We spend a huge amount on the car over the course of a year.be over the hill v expr figurative, informal (be old, no longer be useful) (指人)盛年已过；体力跟不上了over the hills and far away expr (into the distance)高山远海；天涯海角The horseman disappeared over the hills and far away.over the hump expr (most difficult part is finished)渡过难关over the moon adj UK, figurative, informal (extremely joyful)欣喜若狂的；非常高兴的Lisa was over the moon to learn that she was going to be a grandmother.over the top, over-the-top adj (excessive)过分的, 过头的备注: A hyphen is used when the adjective precedes the noun.Their response was well over the top.他们的反应简直太过分了。over the top, over-the-top adj (person: extremely exuberant) (人)夸张的, 过度的I find Brenda's over-the-top personality a little tiring.我对布兰达夸张的性格有点烦。over-the-top adj (media service: internet only)通过流媒体的；通过互联网的over the weekend adv (during Saturday or Sunday)周末；周末期间I won't see Paolo this week as we are both working, but I'll probably meet up with him over the weekend.over the years adv (in the course of years past)历年；这些年来He's recorded this song several times over the years.这些年来，他已经录了好几遍这首歌了。over-the-counter adj (drugs: sold without prescription) (药)非处方的，不用处方的over-the-counter drug n (medicine: no prescription)非处方药The hypochondriac used a lot of over-the counter drugs.ozone hole, hole in the ozone layer n (caused by pollution)臭氧层空洞the Pacific n (Pacific Ocean)太平洋It takes a long time to fly across the Pacific.the Pacific Ocean n (world's largest body of water)太平洋Two-thirds of the Earth's water is in the Pacific Ocean.It takes a long time to fly across the Pacific Ocean.packed to the rafters adj figurative, informal (room, building: full)挤满的；人山人海的pain in the ass (US), pain in the arse (UK) n vulgar, figurative, slang (source of annoyance) (比喻，俚语)眼中钉，肉中刺My boss is always looking over my shoulder and is starting to become a real pain in the ass.老板总是在身后监视我，简直成了我的“肉中刺”。pain in the neck n figurative, slang (source of annoyance)烦恼的来源，烦恼的根源； (比喻，俚语)眼中钉，肉中刺Filling out the forms for my recent insurance claim was a real pain in the neck.填写保险索赔表格真的好烦人。paint the town red, paint the town v expr figurative (go out and celebrate) (比喻)狂欢，欢庆To celebrate their win, the whole football team went out to paint the town red.the Palatinate n historical (territory under German Empire)巴拉丁领地, 普法尔茨领地the Paleolithic (US), the Palaeolithic (UK) n (prehistory: Stone Age)旧石器时代paper over the cracks v expr figurative (conceal flaws or problems) (比喻)遮掩错误，遮盖缺点Rather than redo his work from the start, he decided to just paper over the cracks instead.par for the course expr figurative (what is expected)意料之中的事，常有的事the paranormal n (supernatural phenomena)超自然现象；超自然事件the Parthenon n (ancient Greek temple) (古希腊神庙)帕特农神庙pass on the torch v expr figurative (transfer responsibility)薪火相传I've been secretary of this club for too long: it's time to pass on the torch to someone else.pass the buck v expr slang, figurative (put blame on [sb] else)踢皮球，推卸责任He never admits to his mistakes at work but always passes the buck instead.pass the hat, pass the hat round v expr (ask for contributions of money)募捐After the buskers had stopped playing, they passed the hat round.pass the parcel n UK (children's party game) (游戏)击鼓传花The children were playing a game of pass the parcel.pass the parcel v expr UK, informal, figurative (pass on unwanted responsibility)转走烫手山芋None of the government departments want to deal with the problem; they just keep passing the parcel.pass time, pass the time v expr (avoid boredom)打发时间Carol was doing a crossword to pass the time.Passion, the Passion n (Christ's suffering on the Cross)耶稣受难past, the past n (background)历史；过往；过去The past helps to explain the present.历史有助于解释当下现状。pat on the back n informal, figurative (congratulations)祝贺；庆贺His year-end bonus was a pat on the back for his hard work that year.pat [sb] on the back v expr figurative, informal (congratulate)恭喜..., 祝贺...pat yourself on the back v expr figurative, informal (congratulate yourself)自我表扬You can all pat yourselves on the back. Well done, team!Pat yourself on the back. interj figurative, informal (well done)赞扬自己；自我表扬Congratulations on a job well done. Pat yourself on the back.pat on the head n (gentle touch)在头上的轻轻一拍There is nothing the dog likes better than a pat on the head.pat [sb/sth] on the head v expr (touch gently on head)轻轻地拍…的头Rob patted his son on the head.the path of least resistance, also UK: the line of least resistance n (easiest way to move forward)最省力的途径；最容易的方法the patience of Job n figurative (great endurance)极度的忍耐pave the way v expr figurative (be a pioneer)打前锋；铺路Ann is paving the way with her experimental surgical techniques.pave the way for [sth], pave the way to [sth] v expr figurative (be leading to)为…创造条件；为…铺平道路New research is paving the way for a cancer vaccine.pave the way for [sb] v expr figurative (be first to do) (比喻)为…铺平道路Pioneers in their covered wagons paved the way for settlers in the west.pay the bill v expr (pay costs incurred)付账I asked the waiter if I could pay the bill.pay the costs v expr (pay a price incurred)付钱To be accepted to the exclusive country club, you must be willing to pay the costs associated with membership there.pay the penalty v expr figurative (suffer the consequences of [sth]) (比喻)付出代价，自食其果，受到恶报The judge told the accused that he must pay the penalty for his crime.pay the piper v expr figurative (face the consequences) (比喻)付出代价，受到恶报，自食其果，承担后果If you keep treating people that way, you'll eventually have to pay the piper.pay through the nose v expr figurative (spend too much money on [sth])花大价钱；支付高昂费用Our train was cancelled, so we ended up paying through the nose to take a taxi.pay through the nose for [sth] v expr figurative (spend too much money on [sth])为…支付高昂费用；为…花大价钱He paid through the nose for that car, and it's nothing but a piece of junk.pay to the order of expr (cheque: pay amount specified to) (支票)收款人the Peloponnese n (Greek peninsula) (希腊)伯罗奔尼撒半岛the pen n US, slang, figurative (jail) (俚语)监狱My brother got sent to the pen for twelve years.the penalty box, the box n (soccer: area in front of goal) (足球)罚球区The attacker was just inside the penalty box when he was fouled, resulting in the penalty kick.pennies on the dollar, pennies on the pound expr US (cheaper than original cost)廉价出售；大幅降价the penny drops expr UK (to realize or come to senses)顿悟；恍然大悟Amanda was confused at first, but then the penny dropped and she knew what to do.the Pentagon n (US Defense building) (美国国防总部所在地)五角大楼The congressman attended a secret meeting at the Pentagon.the Pentagon n figurative (US Department of Defense) (代指美国国防部)五角大楼The Pentagon wants to start another war.(the) people npl (citizens)公民；人民；国民The constitution was written by the people and for the people.宪法是由人民所编、为人民服务的。the people npl (general public)民众；大众He's a leader who likes to address the people regularly.他是一名喜欢经常向民众讲话的领导。the perfect n (grammar: tense form) (语法)完成时She didn't know whether to use the perfect or the simple past.perish the thought interj (God forbid)死心吧；别痴心妄想了Beryl could become my new boss; perish the thought!the perpendicular n (position)垂直位置The wall should be on the perpendicular.the Perpendicular n (late Gothic architectural style) (一种英国后期哥特建筑风格)垂直哥特式The Perpendicular was a style characterised by high walls and large windows.pervert the course of justice v expr (influence outcome of a trial) (法律)妨碍司法公正Her lies perverted the course of justice in the case.phases of the moon npl (lunar cycle)月相It takes 30 days to cycle through all the phases of the moon.pick the eyes out v expr AU, NZ, figurative (select the best parts)精心挑选pick the lock v expr (unlock [sth] without a key)撬锁The thieves picked the lock on the door to get inside the house.pick up the phone v expr (answer phone call)接电话Fiona picked up the phone and began talking to someone on the other end.pick up the pieces v expr figurative (deal with aftermath)收拾残局，重整旗鼓After her husband's death, she had to pick up the pieces the best she could.pick up the torch v expr figurative (take over)接过接力棒，继续前人的事业Mozart picked up the torch passed to him from Haydn, and elevated classical music to new heights.pie in the sky n figurative (wishful thinking, idealism) (比喻)空中楼阁，不太可能实现的愿望She thinks her book will be a best-seller, but that's just pie in the sky.piggy in the middle n UK (ball game)过顶传球pile on the [sth] vtr + prep figurative, informal (guilt, pressure: inflict)增加负担；加重压力；加重负罪感My grandmother really knows how to pile on the guilt; if I don't go to see her for a few days, she makes me feel terrible.pile on the [sth] vtr + prep figurative, informal (work, etc.: impose)增加...工作量The boss has really been piling on the work lately; I'm struggling to keep up with it.pile on the pounds v expr informal (gain a lot of weight)长胖了许多the Pill, the pill n informal (contraceptive tablet)口服避孕药The pill isn't 100% failsafe. Agatha's been on the pill for five years.口服避孕药并不是100%有效。阿加莎服用口服避孕药已经五年了。the pink dollar (US),the pink pound (UK) n figurative, informal (gay people's spending power)粉色美元备注: 指美国同性恋、双性恋、跨性别群体的购买力pique [sb]'s curiosity, pique the curiosity of [sb] v expr (make curious)激发好奇心；引起好奇pique [sb]'s interest, pique the interest of [sb] v expr (interest)激起...的兴趣Your mention of a job vacancy has really piqued my interest.the pits npl figurative, slang ([sth] unpleasant)讨厌的事物I hate this job; it's the pits.我恨这份工作，太讨厌了。the pitch black, the pitch dark n (total darkness)漆黑备注: A hyphen is used when the term is an adjective that precedes the nounHe walks this road every night, in the pitch dark!the planet n (Earth)地球Can the planet survive current levels of pollution?the plank n (exercise: type of push-up)平板支撑备注: 类似俯卧撑的一种锻炼方式。Kirsty hates doing the plank.play [sth] according to the rules v expr (game, sports) (在比赛、游戏中等)遵守规则Play the game according to the rules outlined below.请遵照下方说明的规则进行游戏。play according to the rules, play by the rules v expr (game, sports)遵守比赛规则At the beginning of the game, the referee reminded the players to play by the rules.play according to the rules, play by the rules v expr figurative (behave fairly) (比喻)遵守游戏规则It's best to play according to the rules if you want to get on at work.play down the importance of [sth] v expr (minimize significance of)降低…的重要性We are trying to play down the importance of standardized tests in our school.play into the hands of [sb], play into [sb]'s hands v expr (give [sb] an advantage)正中你下怀play it close to the chest, play it close to your chest v expr figurative (avoid taking risks)不露声色；谨慎小心play the drums v expr (music: be a drummer) (鼓手打鼓)打鼓Francisco plays the drums for the group Watchmen.play the field v expr figurative, informal (have many relationships)乱搞男女关系；滥交Simon has gained a reputation for playing the field.play the fool v expr (behave in a silly way)装傻Bob enjoyed playing the fool in front of his grandchildren.play the game v expr figurative (co-operate, conform)遵守规则，公平竞争；行事正直，为人公正No wonder he's a success, he really knows how to play the game.play the hand you are dealt, play the hand that you are dealt, play the hand you're dealt v expr figurative (work with what you have)把手中的牌打好；拿到什么牌就怎么打备注: 比喻面对现实，不怨天尤人play the part of [sb] v expr (act the role of)扮演…的角色； (比喻)扮演…的角色，发挥…的作用Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman starred in "Casablanca", and Dooley Wilson played the part of Sam.play the role v expr (act the part)扮演角色；起作用play the violin v expr (music: be a violinist)拉小提琴He plays the violin in the orchestra.play to the gallery v expr (show off)哗众取宠；炫耀play-the-ball n (rugby move)被擒抱后重新进攻pleasing to the eye adj (pleasant to look at)美观；悦目pluck up the courage v expr (be brave enough to do [sth])鼓起勇气I want to ask him on a date, but I haven't been able to pluck up the courage.pluck up courage to do [sth], pluck up the courage to do [sth] v expr (be brave enough to do [sth])鼓起勇气做某事Tina plucked up the courage to tell her parents that she was pregnant.plumb the depths, plumb the depths of [sth] v expr figurative (explore something deeply)测量深度；钻研…的深邃之处；陷入（痛苦等的）深渊The poet plumbed the depths of his soul for what he wanted to write.plumb the depths, plumb the depths of [sth] v expr figurative (be very bad) 没有提供翻译 The judge described Johnson as a dangerous criminal capable of plumbing the depths of depravity.point the way v expr (indicate where to go)指路You don't need to give me a map; just point the way. Could you point the way to the ladies' room?point your finger at [sb], point the finger at [sb] vtr informal, figurative (accuse)指责，责怪When the money went missing, my colleagues all pointed their fingers at me.the Polish npl (people of Poland)波兰人The Polish celebrate with a feast on 24th December.波兰人在12月24日用盛宴进行庆祝。the polls npl (voting in a election)选举投票Voters are expected to show their dissatisfaction at the polls this Thursday.预计选民会在本周四的选举投票中表达出他们的不满。the Pond n figurative, informal (Atlantic Ocean)大西洋Esme often travels across the Pond for business.艾思密经常出差去大西洋的彼岸。the poop n US, slang (information)消息；内幕消息Give us the poop.the poor npl (poor people)穷人；贫困的人The poor often don't have cars.穷人一般没有车。pop the question v expr slang (propose marriage to [sb])开口求婚When will he ever pop the question? They've been dating for so long.pope, Pope, the Pope n (head of Catholic Church) (天主教)教皇The Pope announced a three-day visit to Germany.教皇宣布将对德国展开为期三天的访问。the popemobile n informal (Pope's car)教皇专车，教宗座驾the poppy n archaic (drug)鸦片Many people smoked the poppy in the nineteenth century.the Portuguese npl (people of Portugal)葡萄牙人The Portuguese were hit hard by the economic crisis.the Post Office n UK (organization that delivers mail) (指机构)邮政局，邮政部The government is planning to privatize the post office.政府正计划私有化邮政局。the pot calling the kettle black expr (person criticizing is worse)五十步笑百步I can't believe you're calling me messy; talk about the pot calling the kettle black! You're the one who's left the sink full of dirty dishes.the pound n (British currency: sterling)英镑The pound is strong against the euro at the moment.目前，英镑对欧元而言很坚挺。pound the beat v expr (police officer: patrol)按指定路线巡逻；区域巡查Power to the people! interj (left-wing slogan)权力属于人民！the powers that be npl (those in command)当权者；掌权者The powers that be say that we must pay taxes.pox, the pox n historical (plague)瘟疫pox, the pox n dated (syphilis)梅毒（病）The child, stricken with pox, lay sick in bed for days.praise the Lord interj (religious exclamation)赞美上帝Praise the Lord, it's finally suppertime!the Precambrian, the Precambrian Era n (geological period)前寒武纪the Preparation n (introductory prayers)弥撒或礼拜前的准备式prepare the ground v expr figurative (make conditions ready) (比喻)奠定基础，做好准备The economic agreements were used to prepare the ground for full political collaboration.prepare the way v expr figurative (make conditions ready) (比喻)为…铺路，扫清道路，奠定基础，做好准备Older children often prepare the way for their younger siblings, who are given more freedom and fewer responsibilities.the present n (current time)现在；当下；目前Try to stop worrying about tomorrow and keep your thoughts in the present.专心过好现在，不要总是为明天担心。the present day n (modern age)当代；现代The historian was only interested in the past and not at all in tune with the present day.the press n (news media)媒体；新闻媒体The prime minister's memo was leaked to the press.总理的备忘录被泄漏给了新闻媒体。the press npl (journalists)新闻工作者们；记者们；新闻界The President spent an hour briefing the press on his latest policy.总统花了1小时，向记者们介绍他的最新政策。press the flesh v expr informal, figurative (shake hands and mingle)握手致意The senator gave a speech and then pressed the flesh for a few minutes.pressures, the pressures of [sth] npl (stresses: obligations, etc.)繁重；繁忙；压力The pressures of work and home were getting to her, so she decided to take a vacation.来自工作和家庭的双重压力让她喘不过气来，所以她决定给自己放个假。pretty much the same adj informal (very similar)差不多一样的It hardly matters which candidate you vote for; they're all pretty much the same.pretty much the same adv (unchanged from earlier)差不多一样The state of the patient's health has stayed pretty much the same.the prime of your life, the prime of life n (best, healthiest time in life)一生最好的时期；全盛时期Many people say that your thirties are the prime of your life.许多人说，30到40岁是人一生中的黄金时期。the Prime Meridian n (line of longitude at Greenwich)本初子午线，格林尼治子午线prime the pump v expr (stimulate [sth] to happen)刺激某事发展；激励某事物发展The new frozen yogurt shop primed the pump with a day-long giveaway.the Prodigal Son n (Biblical figure) (圣经)浪子回头the promised land, the Promised Land n often capitalized (Bible: land promised to the Jews) (上帝承诺给亚伯拉罕及其子孙的土地)应许之地Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt to the Promised Land.the promised land, the Promised Land n often capitalized (heaven)天堂, 乐土the proof of the pudding, the proof of the pudding is in the eating expr figurative (you have to try before judging)试了才知道the Prophet n (Islam: Mohammed)穆罕默德It's against the law to defame the Prophet.the prosecution n (law: prosecuting lawyers)原告律师The prosecution maintains that the defendant planned and executed this crime in cold blood.原告律师坚称，被告蓄意计划犯罪，实施犯罪的手段冷酷无情。the prospect of [sth] n (anticipation)想到…The prospect of going on holiday with my in-laws did not fill me with joy.一想到要和姻亲们一起去度假，我就高兴不起来。prove the point v expr (show that [sth] is true)证实论点；证明观点Harry claimed that he was good at cooking and to prove the point, he would prepare a meal for us.the provinces npl (not the capital)外省；首都以外的其他地区William suffered from culture shock when he moved to the provinces.威廉搬去外省后，经历了文化冲击。the public domain n (legal status: out of copyright) (不受版权保护)公有领域，公共领域，公众领域pull out all the stops v expr (do everything possible) (书面)竭尽全力，全力以赴；使出浑身解数pull the plug v expr informal (turn off life support)关掉生命维持设备Janet made her husband promise that, if she ever ended up in a vegetative state, he would pull the plug.pull the plug on [sth] v expr informal, figurative (cause abrupt end)终止This project is losing us money; it's time we pulled the plug on it.pull the strings v expr figurative (be in control) (比喻)在幕后操控，暗中操纵She's the one who pulls the strings in that marriage.pull the wool over [sb]'s eyes v expr figurative (deceive [sb])欺骗；隐瞒the pulpit n figurative (vocation: clergy)教士；牧师In attendance were representatives of medicine, the pulpit, and the bar.push [sb] over the edge v expr figurative (cause [sb] to lose self-control)让...崩溃；将...推向绝望Hunger pushed the little girl over the edge and she stole a loaf of bread from the bakery.push the envelope v expr figurative (go beyond typical limit)打破常规，创新Although it's considered tame now, in the 1960s, that TV show really pushed the envelope.push up daisies, push up the daisies, also US: push daisies v expr figurative (be dead and buried)长眠地下备注: Usually used in the continuous.push up the bidding v expr (force amounts bid to increase)（拍卖时）抬高出价A couple of rival private collectors pushed the bidding up to ridiculous levels.put [sb] off the scent v expr figurative (mislead, distract)使失去线索, 误导, 使人迷失线索, 布下迷阵He laid a false clue to put the detective off the scent.put [sth] on the agenda v expr (intend to discuss)提上日程；列入议事日程What should we put on the agenda for our meeting this afternoon?put [sth] on the back burner v expr figurative (make a low priority)让...不那么重要；降低...的重要性When he heard the news, everything else was put on the back burner.put [sth] on the line v expr figurative, informal (risk [sth])冒…的风险I'm putting my life on the line by doing this for you.put [sth] on the line for [sb] v expr figurative, informal (risk [sth] for [sb])为了某人冒…的风险He put everything on the line for her: his job, marriage and his reputation.put [sth] on the map v expr figurative (place: make famous)让某地出名put [sth] on the market v expr (offer for sale)在市场上出售They put their house on the market a year ago, but it hasn't sold yet.put [sb] on the spot v expr informal (challenge, embarrass)使…处于难堪地位My teacher put me on the spot with a difficult question.put the blame on [sb/sth] v expr (name as culprit)责怪；归罪于；归咎于put the boot in v expr figurative, slang (be cruel to [sb] already down)落井下石；雪上加霜put the cart before the horse v expr figurative (act prematurely) (比喻)本末倒置，前后颠倒，不分主次Sara insisted that having sex before marriage was like putting the cart before the horse.put the cat out v expr informal (let domestic feline outdoors for the night)晚上将猫放门外Don't forget to put the cat out before going up to bed tonight!put the finishing touches on, put the finishing touches to v expr (complete: [sth])对…进行收尾；做…最后的工作；画龙点睛I just need to put the finishing touches on my painting.put the kettle on v expr (boil water for tea, etc.)把水壶开启；开始烧水Put the kettle on; I'll be home in five minutes.put the screws on [sb], US also: put the screws to [sb] v expr figurative, informal (force, coerce [sb])威逼；胁迫put [sth/sb] to the test v expr (check performance)考验；经受检验The new safety procedures were put to the test when there was a fire in the basement.put up the money v expr informal (make a financial offer) (非正式用语)提供资金，拨款，出钱I was ready to put up the money, but the seller withdrew at the last minute.put your nose to the grindstone v expr figurative (work hard)辛勤工作；刻苦工作be on the qt, be on the q.t. v expr UK, informal (be a secret)是秘密Right now, it's on the q.t., so only a few people know about it.do [sth] on the qt, do [sth] on the q.t. v expr UK, informal (do secretly)秘密做...the quarter-hour n (15 minutes to or past the hour)差一刻钟；过一刻钟You'll have to wait for the quarter hour to hear the clock chime again.on the qui vive expr (on the alert)警戒；警觉the quick npl archaic (living people)世人，活着的人nHe will come again to judge the quick and the dead.the quick n (sensitive flesh) (因为受伤等而露出的)嫩肉；敏感部分Her fingernail ripped, exposing the quick underneath.Mark had chewed his nails down to the quick.the quick n figurative (most essential part)核心Stop prevaricating and get to the quick of the matter.quick on the draw adj (quick to draw firearm)拔枪很快的Cowboys had to be quick on the draw when they were fighting duels.牛仔们决斗时，拔枪的速度必须要快。quick on the draw, quick on the trigger, quick off the mark adj figurative, informal (quick to act or react)抢先行动；占取先机quick on the uptake adj figurative, informal (person: understands quickly)能很快理解；理解能力强Isabel is a very bright student who is quick on the uptake.quite the contrary adv (not at all, the very opposite)完全相反地；适得其反地；正相反地It is believed that I am pro-union. Quite the contrary, I am actually pro-business.the rabble n pejorative (common people)下等人The king did not look favorably upon the rabble.race walking, walking, the walk, heel-and-toe racing n (sport)竞走the rack n historical (torture instrument)肢刑架The rack was used as an interrogation device in medieval times.中世纪时期，肢刑架是一种拷问工具。radio, the radio n (radio broadcasts)广播；无线广播Matthew prefers radio to TV.比起电视来，马修更喜欢听广播。raise the bar v expr figurative (set standards higher)提高标准；提高要求raise the biddings v expr (force the amounts bid to increase)抬高出价；提高竞价He raised the biddings with a poker in hand, but he lost everything.raise the game v expr figurative (intensify or increase [sth])提升水平，提升水准raise the height of [sth] v expr (make higher)提高…的高度；使…更高When basketball players speak, we usually have to raise the height of the microphone.Raj, the Raj n historical (British rule in India)英属印度on the rampage expr (behaving destructively)狂暴，横冲直撞；暴跳如雷When the protests began to turn violent, the shopkeepers boarded up their shops to protect them from rioters on the rampage.the ranks npl (people in an organization)成员the ranks npl (military: enlisted personnel)士兵The officer inspected the ranks.军官巡视士兵。the Rapture n US (Christianity: transportation of believers to heaven) (基督教信仰)提升圣徒升天He was carrying a sign saying that the Rapture was coming.the ravages of [sth] npl (damage done by time, war, etc.)损坏后的残迹The ravages of time were clear in her once-beautiful face.raze [sth] to the ground v expr (building: destroy completely)夷为平地reach for the brass ring, go for the brass ring v expr figurative, informal (aim for prestigious goal)竭力为之拼搏的目标reach for the stars expr figurative (try to achieve [sth] difficult)做比摘星星都难的事；雄心勃勃reach the end of your rope, be at the end of your rope, also UK: reach the end of your tether, be at the end of your tether v expr figurative, informal (be exasperated)忍无可忍I need a break from the kids; I've reached the end of my rope!read between the lines v expr figurative (understand [sth] implied)领会言外之意His speech sounded positive, but if you read between the lines it was actually quite pessimistic.read the riot act v expr figurative, informal (reprimand [sb])提出警告，严厉斥责Anyone who breaks the school rules can expect the head teacher to read the riot act.read [sb] the riot act, read the riot act to [sb] v expr figurative, informal (reprimand)对…提出警告，严厉斥责My curfew is midnight, but I got home at three in the morning, and my mom read me the riot act.the real n (authentic, absolute)事实；真实Plato claimed that we perceive the real with our mind, not our senses.the real deal n ([sth] or [sb] genuine)货真价实，正品；如假包换the real McCoy n informal ([sth], [sb] genuine, authentic)出色人物；纯正物品the real thing n slang, figurative (true love)真爱I think what I have with Nelson is the real thing.the real thing n informal, figurative ([sth] authentic)真货，正品Are your diamonds paste or are they the real thing?reap the benefit, reap the benefits v expr (profit)获益If you spend ten minutes a day learning a foreign language, you'll soon reap the benefits.reap the benefit of [sth], reap the benefits of [sth] v expr (profit)得益于；从…获得益处；因…得到好处If you practice the piano every day, you'll soon reap the benefit of all your hard work.reap the rewards v expr figurative (benefit, profit)获得回报Linda has made some wise investments in the stock market and now she is reaping the rewards.reap the rewards of [sth] v expr figurative (benefit, profit)从...中获益In his old age, Charlie is reaping the rewards of a life of exercise and healthy eating.on the rebound expr figurative (recovering from love affair)失恋后的失意期；失恋后心灰意冷Paul started seeing Wendy right after he split up with Rachel; he was still on the rebound.receive the Sacrament v expr (Christianity: take communion) (基督教)领圣餐When he was attending primary school he received the Sacrament for the first time.recent past, the recent past n (a time not long ago)过去不久；近来the Red Cross n (medical relief agency)红十字机构；红十字会The Red Cross is frequently the first relief agency to operate in war-torn areas.reduce the temperature v expr (make it cooler)降低温度；降温Doctors will always try to reduce the temperature of patients with fever.the Reformation n historical (16th century movement) (十六世纪的天主教会改革运动)宗教改革The Reformation took place in the 16th century and was started by Martin Luther.regardless of the cost adv (however high the price)不顾价格She wanted that fur coat regardless of the cost.regardless of the cost adv figurative (however bad the consequences)不顾代价They were determined to win the war regardless of the cost.the Regency n UK, historical (period 1811–20)摄政时代the reins npl figurative (control of [sth]) (比喻)缰绳；支配，支配；驾驭The reins of power are controlled by a small group of people.权力的缰绳掌握在一小群人手里。relic of the past n ([sth] obsolete, outmoded)遗物；遗迹relieve the pressure on [sb] v expr (unburden)卸去…身上的压力The company is hiring extra workers to relieve the pressure on their existing staff.relieve the pressure on v expr (decongest) (交通)减轻…压力，缓解…拥堵The expansion of the rail network will relieve the pressure on the roads.the religious npl (devout persons)笃信宗教的人As an atheist, she had trouble understanding the religious.remote past, the remote past n (time long ago)遥远的过去This ruin was inhabited by a farming family some time in the remote past.removal, removal of remains, removal of the remains n Ire (taking corpse to funeral)骸骨移运the Renaissance n historical (European cultural revival) (14至16世纪的)文艺复兴；文艺复兴时期Several great universities were founded during the Renaissance.reply in the negative v expr (say no: refuse)拒绝；给出了否定的答复When asked if she would work overtime, the nurse replied in the negative.reply in the negative v expr (say no: deny)否认When asked if he had murdered the old lady, the defendant replied in the negative.the Republicans npl US (Republican Party)共和党人The Republicans are pro-gun and anti-abortion.the Resistance n historical (French Resistance)法国抵抗运动The Resistance fought against the occupation of France by Nazi Germany.the Restoration n historical (English monarchy) (英国历史)王政复辟, 复辟时代The Restoration began when Charles II returned to England.the Resurrection n (religion: rising of Christ) (基督教)耶稣复活Christians celebrate the Resurrection at Easter.the retarded, the mentally-retarded npl dated, offensive! (people with learning disabilities)弱智This treatment facility is specially designed for the mentally retarded.the retired npl (retired people)退休人员The retired settle here in large numbers.return to the earth v expr (die and be buried)尘归尘；土归土return to the fold v expr figurative (come back home) (比喻)重返老家，浪子回头I was travelling the world for the last nine years but now I've returned to the fold.return to the roots n (revisiting the origins of [sth])寻根溯源；回归本真This novel is a return to the roots of the genre.the revenue n informal (tax collection agency)税务局Charlie didn't want the revenue nosing around in his affairs, in case they decided he needed to pay more tax.查理不希望税务局打探自己的收入，以防税务局要求他缴纳更多的税。rewrite the rules, also UK: re-write the rules v expr figurative (take unconventional approach) (比喻)改写规则rewrite the rules of [sth], also UK: re-write the rules of [sth] v expr figurative (reinvent [sth], do [sth] unconventionally)打破常规； (比喻)重写规则The New Wave directors rewrote the rules of film.新浪潮派导演们重写了电影的规则。the rich npl (wealthy people)有钱人；富裕阶层Our economy would change dramatically if we'd stop letting the rich make the tax laws.如果我们不再让富裕阶层制定税法的话，我们的经济就会发生巨变。the Richter scale n (earthquake strength)里氏震级riddle of the Sphinx n (puzzle in Greek mythology)斯芬克斯之谜Oedipus is said to have solved the riddle of the Sphinx.ride out the storm v expr figurative (endure a crisis)走出困境；渡过难关the right n (direction)右边；右侧Turn to the right at the corner.在拐角处向右转。the right n (right-hand side)右边；右侧；右面My back really hurts on the right.我右背痛得厉害。the right n (legislative group)右派；右派议员The right will never vote for these reforms.右派议员是不会为这些改革投赞成票的。the Right n (conservative political wing)右翼，右派The Right argues that those measures will encourage dependency on the government.右派分子认为这些政策将会加强人民对政府的依赖性。right in the head adj slang (sane)心智正常；精神正常He's a nice enough guy but I don't think he's quite right in the head.the right people npl informal (useful contacts, those with power) (因有用或有权势)值得结交的人To get ahead in this business you need to know the right people.the right thing, the right thing to do n informal (correct action)正确的事，正确做法Of course, the right thing to do would be to confess.right to the end, to the end, to the very end expr (all the way through)直到最后She performed flawlessly right to the end.right to the end, to the end, to the very end expr (to the moment of death)直到生命的最后一刻I promise never to leave you: I'll stand by you right to the end.He suffered a lot, but he was in good spirits right to the end.the right wing n (politics: conservative faction) (政治派系)右翼，右派The right wing of the party was less inclined to compromise than the rest of the party.the righteous npl (morally correct people)正值的人The righteous do for others as they would have done unto themselves.the rings npl (gymnastic event) (体操)吊环项目，吊环运动Kurt is the best at the rings.吊环项目的选手里，数库尔特最棒了。ring in the New Year v expr (celebrate 1st of January)鸣钟迎新年；喜迎新年ring the bell, ring the doorbell v expr (sound the doorbell)按响门铃When you ring the bell someone comes to open the door.ring the changes v expr figurative (do [sth] in a new or different way)利用新方法；采用新方式rise from the dead v expr (come back to life, be resurrected) (源自《圣经》)死而复生，复活rise to the bait v expr figurative (give in to provocation)上当受骗rise to the challenge v expr (be equal to a task)迎接挑战rise to the occasion v expr (meet a challenge)应变；妥善应付突发情况It was a difficult game, but the team rose to the occasion and performed brilliantly.Riviera, the Riviera, the French Riviera n (Côte d'Azur) (欧洲地中海南岸的度假胜地)里维埃拉，蔚蓝海岸My family vacationed on the Riviera this year.roar, the roar of [sb] n figurative (person, group: loud utterance) (个人或团体)吼叫，嚎叫The team was encouraged by the roar of the crowd.球队受到了人群吼叫的鼓励。roar, the roar of [sth] n figurative (traffic, ocean, etc.: loud noise) (汽车)轰鸣； (机器等)轰响，轰鸣； (风等)怒吼，咆哮I sat on the edge of the cliff and listened to the ocean's roar. Karen couldn't hear what Jon was saying above the roar of the traffic.我坐在悬崖边，听着海洋的咆哮声。在来往车辆的轰鸣声中，卡伦听不清乔恩在说什么。the roaring twenties npl often capitalized (decade: 1920s)咆哮的二十年代rock the boat v expr figurative (cause trouble)惹是生非；招惹是非the Rockies n (US mountain range)落基山脉the Rocky Mountains npl (mountain range in USA and Canada)落基山脉We took a road trip to see the Rocky Mountains.the rod n (punishment: beating with stick) (惩罚)杖责，挨板子Naughty children used to be given the rod at school.在过去，调皮的孩子在学校是会挨板子的。roll off the tongue, trip off the tongue v expr (be easy to pronounce)脱口而出；张嘴就来roll with the punches v expr figurative, informal (learn to survive adversity)逆来顺受；大事化小rona, the rona n slang (coronavirus)冠状病毒roof of the mouth n (top of the mouth)上颚；上膛；上口盖The hot food burned the roof of his mouth.roof of the world n figurative (Himalayas) (比喻，指喜马拉雅山脉)世界屋脊root out the evil v expr (eliminate bad influences)根除祸患The second grade teacher saw it as her duty to root out the evil in her pupils.the rope n (execution by hanging)绞刑；吊死The murderer is facing the rope for his crime.凶犯因其罪行而面临绞刑。rotten to the core adj figurative (person: wicked) (人)烂到心了，坏透了He seemed to be a good person, but in reality he was rotten to the core.rotten to the core adj figurative (system: corrupt) (系统)烂到心了，坏透了There's no end to nepotism and corruption: the government's rotten to the core.the rough n (golf: longer grass) (高尔夫)深草障碍区In the summer, we irrigate the fairway, but not the rough.夏季时，我们灌溉平坦的球道，不过不会灌溉深草障碍区。rough around the edges adj informal (imperfect)有瑕疵的，有缺点的Harry's rough around the edges, but he's a good guy.diamond in the rough (US), rough diamond (UK) n figurative ([sb] unrefined but special) (指人)璞玉George is a rough diamond from a working-class background who has made it to the top of his profession.round the bend adj slang, figurative (crazy, insane)疯狂的What on earth are you doing? Are you completely round the bend?round the clock adv (throughout the day and night)夜以继日The suspected terrorist's house was under surveillance round the clock.round-the-clock adj (throughout the day and night)全天候的the royals, the Royals npl UK (royal family)皇室成员；王室成员The royals aren't popular with everyone in the UK.英国并不是每个人都喜欢皇室成员。the rub n literary (problem, catch)困难；障碍You want me to leave my wife, but, you see, I love her; there's the rub.rub [sb] the wrong way, rub [sb] up the wrong way v expr figurative, informal (irritate)激怒；使...生气My colleague's habit of whistling as he works rubs me up the wrong way.rule the roost v expr figurative (be in charge of a household)当家In our family, it's my mother who rules the roost, not my father.the rulebook n figurative (convention, tradition)约定；惯例The rulebook on raising children says we shouldn't spank them.the runs npl slang (diarrhoea)拉肚子；腹泻Those greasy tacos I ate at 2 in the morning gave me the runs.我凌晨两点吃的那些油腻的墨西哥卷饼害我拉肚子。run in the family, run in [sb]'s family v expr (be inherited, genetic)世代相传；家族遗传Artistic talent must run in Paul's family; he and his three sisters are all painters.run [sth] into the ground v expr figurative (use until worn out)用到报废；将...用尽run [sb] into the ground v expr figurative (overwork)使...过度劳累run yourself into the ground v expr figurative (do too much)做过头；弄糟run of the mill, run-of-the-mill adj informal (ordinary, average)普通的；一般的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounrun the gamut v expr (extend over the range)包含全部When she heard the news, Bella's emotions ran the gamut, from fear to elation.run the gamut of [sth] v expr (extend over the whole range of)将..都囊括进来run the gauntlet of [sth] v expr figurative (go through difficult trials)受严峻考验run the risk, run a risk v expr (expose yourself to a danger)冒险；承担风险I could leave my kids home alone while I go to the store, but I don't want to run the risk.run the risk of doing [sth], run a risk of doing [sth] v expr (expose yourself to the danger of)冒...的风险；承担...的风险You run the risk of becoming dehydrated if you don't drink enough liquids.the runes npl (stones for divination) (占卜用)符石The witch cast the runes and told the woman's future.running the gauntlet n historical (two rows of soldiers attacking [sb]) (旧时军队处罚)夹道鞭打刑罚Running the gauntlet used to be a military punishment.过去，夹道鞭打是军队的一种刑罚。the rupee n (Asian currency) (印度、巴基斯坦和斯里兰卡等国的货币单位)卢比The rupee is relatively stable these days.Sabbath, the Sabbath n (Christian day of rest: Sunday) (基督教，周日)主日Many stores are not open on the Sabbath.said, the said adj (already mentioned)提到的；此The said person then tried to escape.The description of the said item was very accurate.之后，前面提到的人尝试逃跑。 // 此物品的描述非常准确。Saint James the Apostle n (Christian holy figure)圣詹姆斯使徒The book of James in the Bible is thought to be written not by Saint James the Apostle, but by James the Just.the Salon n (annual art exhibition in France) (发生于17-19世纪的艺术盛事)巴黎年度美术展会The Salon began in Paris in 1667.the salt of the earth n figurative (person: good, decent)社会中坚人物；社会精英He's the salt of the earth and would help anyone who asked him.the salt of the earth npl figurative (people: good, decent)社会中坚人物；社会精英The salt of the earth are those people who behave decently and work hard.the Samaritans npl UK (telephone counselling organisation)撒玛利亚慈善咨询中心the same adj (identical)相同的；同样的We go to the same place for our holidays every year.我们年年去同一个地方度假。usage: ‘the same’If two or more things are the same, they are alike.All the streets look the same in the fog.Essentially, all computers are the same.the same adj (unchanged)同样的；没有变化的Laurie still looks the same after all these years.过了这么些年，劳丽还是老样子。the same adj ([sb]: same one) (指人)同一个的，同样的The same man designed the Eiffel Tower and the armature for the Statue of Liberty.埃菲尔铁塔和自由女神像的骨架的设计者是同一个人。the same pron (same person, thing) (同样的人或事物)同样的, 一样的She chose the same as I did.她和我选的一样。the same adv (equally)同样地；相同地A mother loves all her children the same.母亲对所有孩子的爱都是相同的。the same as expr (saying two things are similar)与…一样，与…相同Withholding the truth is the same as lying.隐瞒事实与说谎是相同的性质。satisfy the requirements of [sth/sb] v expr (fulfil needs, expectations)满足要求This cheap computer will satisfy the requirements of most pensioners.on the sauce expr figurative, slang (drinking alcohol)烈酒Martin's been on the sauce again.save the blushes of [sb], save [sb]'s blushes v expr (avoid embarrassing [sb])免得…尴尬；使…免于受窘Samantha saved Ben's blushes by not mentioning who had broken the vase.save the day v expr figurative (solve a problem for [sb])转危为安；化险为夷Tim saved the day by lending us his car when ours was being repaired.saved by the bell adj figurative, informal (rescued at the last minute)在最后关头得救the Savior, our Savior (US), Saviour (UK) n (religion: Jesus Christ) (指基督耶稣)救主，救世主Now let us pray to Jesus Christ the Savior.say the word v expr informal (give permission) (比喻许可)点头；首肯；同意say the word v expr informal (give instructions)指导；指示；说明say the word v expr informal (ask for help)求助；索取帮助the Scales npl rare (sign of the zodiac: Libra) (星座)天秤座Jim's astrological sign is the scales.吉姆的星座是天秤座。scare the living daylights out of [sb], also US: scare the daylights out of [sb] v expr informal (frighten [sb])吓某人个半死；吓得某人魂不附体Did you have to jump out at me like that? You scared the living daylights out of me!scene of the crime n (law: where crime happened)犯罪现场the scoop n informal (gossip, latest information)最新消息，最新八卦What's the scoop, guys? Tell me everything!伙计们，有什么最新八卦？快都告诉我！the score n figurative, informal (facts of a situation)真相；实情Scorpio, Scorpius, the Scorpion n (constellation) (天文学)天蝎座Scorpio is visible on a clear night.the Scots npl (Scottish people)苏格兰人The Scots are known for their distinctive accent.the Scottish npl (people of Scotland)苏格兰人The Scottish have mixed opinions about independence.scour the seas v expr literary (sail over oceans seeking [sb], [sth])在海上彻底搜索I scoured the seas to find a bride, and there she was living next door all the time.scrape the bottom of the barrel v expr figurative, informal (resort to [sth], [sb] inferior)退而求其次；不得不在剩余中选择备注: Commonly used in continuous tensesscratch the surface v expr figurative (examine superficially)只触及到皮毛The author never manages more than to scratch the surface of life.screen, the screen n (motion picture industry)电影业Stars of stage and screen attended the opening.the scruff n (back of animal's neck) (动物的)颈背, 后颈Mother cats carry their kittens by the scruff.the scrum n (rugby formation) (英式橄榄球)并列争球Two men near the bottom of the scrum were seriously injured.the scum of the earth n pejorative, uncountable, invariable, slang (despicable person)社会渣滓，人渣You can't be serious about marrying him – he's the scum of the earth! Some people consider tax collectors the scum of the earth.seal the deal v expr informal (make an agreement official)正式达成协议I'm hoping to seal the deal when we meet the seller of the property tomorrow.the Secession n historical (US Civil War: Confederacy)脱离联邦备注: 1860-1861年间美国南方十一州陆续脱离联邦The Secession occurred in 1860 and led to the Civil War.second, 2nd, the second, the 2nd n (in a series, list: 2nd item, person) (次序、顺序)第二Your seat is the second on the left.您的座位是左边第二个。the Second, II n (2nd monarch with specified name) (君主)二世备注: 'II' is spoken as "the Second"Charles II was King of England from 1660 to 1685.查尔斯二世在1660年至1685年是英国国王。the second, the 2nd n (second day of the month) (日期)二号，二日We will celebrate New Year's Day at home and then visit my parents on the second.我们会在家庆祝新年，然后第二天拜访我父母。the second of, 2nd, 2nd of, the 2nd, the 2nd of n UK (second day of specified month) (一个月的第二天)2号，2日备注: The written form "2 May" may also be used.My brother is getting married on the second of May.我哥哥5月2日就要结婚了。the Second World War, World War II n (international conflict of 1939-1945)第二次世界大战The Second World War began on 3rd September 1939.see how the land lies v expr figurative (investigate before acting)弄清情况；事先调查see in the New Year v expr (celebrate changing of year)迎来How did you see in the New Year?see the back of [sb/sth] v expr figurative, informal (get rid of [sb/sth])摆脱；不愿见到see the difference between v expr (distinguish between)看出…之间的区别She could not see the difference between the identical twins.I do not see the difference between the candidates' economic plans.see the future v expr (know what will happen)预见未来She claims she can see the future just by reading your hand.If I could see the future, it just might scare me to death.see the last of [sb/sth] v expr informal (not encounter anymore)最后一次见到, 不会再见到see the light v expr figurative (understand)明白；理解After Ann explained it to me I could finally see the light.see the light of day v expr figurative (come into being)开始存在；问世Your plan is so bad it will never see the light of day.see [sb] to the door v expr (show out)护送…到门口；将…送到门口Would you see Mrs. Barlow to the door, please?seize the day interj (make the most of the present moment)珍惜今天，抓住今天；抓住当下；只争朝夕'Seize the day' is a translation of the Latin "Carpe diem". My dad was always telling me 'Seize the day – you won't be young forever!'“抓住今天”是拉丁语“及时行乐，抓住今天‘Carpe diem’”的翻译。爸爸总是告诫我说“抓住当下，你不会永远年轻的！”sell [sb] down the river v expr figurative (betray)背叛某人；背弃某人Seneca, the Seneca n (Native American tribe) (美洲土著部落)塞内卡人the Senegalese npl (people of Senegal) (单复同形)塞内加尔人The Senegalese are facing high temperatures this summer.sensitive to the cold adj (quick to feel cold)对寒冷敏感的Alessandro is very sensitive to the cold so he always wears a pullover.sensitive to the cold adj (affected by the cold)容易感冒的Those plants are sensitive to the cold: you should take them inside when it gets chilly.separate the wheat from the chaff, sort the wheat from the chaff v expr figurative (distinguish valuable from worthless)区分优劣；分清良莠Sermon on the Mount n (open-air speech given by Jesus) (耶稣在山上做的布道)山上宝训You'll find the Beatitudes in Matthew's account of the Sermon on the Mount.the Serpentine, the Serpentine River n (lake in London) (伦敦湖泊)九曲湖serve the purpose v expr (be suitable for a task)对于目标有用；契合目的；达到目的If you don't have a shovel to dig with, a sharp stick just might serve the purpose.the services npl (armed forces, collectively)军队，部队That couple's son and daughter are both in the services.set the date, set a date v expr (decide specific day)确定日期The conference will be next year, but the organizers haven't yet set a date.set the date for [sth], set a date for [sth], set the date of [sth] v expr (schedule a day for)为…定好日子；为…定下日期We have set the date for the next meeting: March 23rd.set the date v expr informal (fix wedding day)确定婚礼日期；定下好日子When are you and your girlfriend going to set the date?set the limit v expr (establish a restriction or boundary)限定；设定极限For the Secret Santa presents this year let's set the limit at $20 each.set the mood v expr (establish a certain tone or atmosphere)奠定感情基调，确定氛围set the pace v expr (running, etc.: determine speed)确定步伐；确定速度The lead runner set the pace for the 5K race.set the pace v expr figurative (set a precedent, example)带头；树立榜样I'm hoping this session will set the pace for our future meetings.set the record straight, put the record straight v expr (correct false account)澄清问题；纠正错误set the scene v expr (establish a certain setting)做好布置；做好准备；设置场景set the stage v expr figurative (make everything ready)设置背景；（为…）铺平道路Zack's conniving set the stage for Virginia's downfall.set the standard for, set the standard in v expr (do [sth] at an exemplary quality)为...设立标准；给...设下标杆set the table, also UK: lay the table v expr (lay place settings for a meal) (准备吃饭)摆桌子；摆餐具My mother asked me to set the table whilst she cooked our dinner.set the tone v expr figurative (establish pattern)奠定基调My disastrous first day at school set the tone for the rest of the semester.set the world on fire v expr figurative (do spectacular things)一鸣惊人；轰动全世界settle the score, pay off the score v expr figurative (take revenge)算账；报复；报仇settle the score with [sb], pay off the score with [sb] v expr figurative (take revenge on [sb])找…算帐；向…报仇Alex dreamed up ways to settle the score with his enemies.The author wrote the scandalous book to settle the score with her one-time friends.settle the score v expr figurative (conclude a matter)算帐；报仇Jane settled the score by looking up the answer on the Internet.the seven deadly sins npl (Christianity: worst vices) (基督教中的)七宗罪The seven deadly sins include gluttony and sloth.the Seven Wonders of the World npl (ancient monuments)世界七大奇迹seventeenth, 17th, the seventeenth, the 17th n (in a series, list: 17th item, person)第十七人；第 十七个The seventeenth on the list is Mrs. Ames.the seventeenth, the 17th n (seventeenth day of the month) (日期)17 日，17 天I have an important meeting on the seventeenth that I can't miss.本月17日，我有一次重要会议，不能错过。the seventeenth of, 17th, 17th of, the 17th, the 17th of n UK (seventeenth day of specified month) (日期)17 日，17 天Today is the seventeenth of November.the Seventeenth, XVII n (monarch, etc. with specified name) (君王名号)十七世备注: "XVII" is spoken as "the Seventeenth"Louis the Seventeenth became king while in prison during the French Revolution.seventh, 7th, the seventh, the 7th n (in a series, list: 7th item, person)第七个人；第七个东西On the list of donors, the seventh was Mr. Payton.the seventh, the 7th n (seventh day of the month)一个月的第七天If I haven't heard back from you by the seventh, I'll offer the position to another applicant.the seventh of, 7th, 7th of, the 7th, the 7th of n UK (seventh day of specified month)一个月的第七天备注: The written form "7 October" may also be used.Let's have dinner on the seventh of October.the Seventh, VII n (7th monarch with specified name)第七任君王或皇帝备注: 'VII' is spoken as "the Seventh"Charles the Seventh ruled France from 1422 to 1461.seventieth, 70th, the seventieth, the 70th n (in a series, list: 70th item, person)排名第七十者The seventieth in the music ranking was the all-girl band's new song.the seventies, the '70s npl (decade: 1970s) (二十世纪)七十年代The seventies were a time of political and social change.the shackles of [sth] npl figurative ([sth] restrictive)…的束缚；…的羁绊We must shake off the shackles of capitalist thinking!the shade n uncountable (area not in sunlight)背阴处；阴凉处Emma didn't want to get sunburn, so she sat in the shade.艾玛不想晒伤，所以她坐在背阴处。usage: ‘shade’You refer to an area that is dark and cool because the sun cannot reach it as the shade.They sat in the shade and read.I moved my chair into the shade.shake the dust from your feet v expr figurative (leave in haste or anger)拂袖而去；愤然离去the shakes npl (trembling and weakness)发抖，颤抖Once the patient started going through withdrawal, he began to suffer from the shakes.the shallows npl (water that is not deep)浅处；浅水处；浅滩They found seashells in the shallows.他们在浅滩处找到了许多贝壳。the Shia npl (Shiite people)什叶派教徒The Shia believe in the teachings of the Quran.the shires npl (English counties ending in -shire) (英国地区名称的结尾用词)郡People in the shires feel that too many decisions are made in London.the s*** n uncountable, vulgar, offensive, slang ([sth] or [sb] excellent, best)超级好的东西；很棒的事物That movie's the s***, man - you have to see it! He thinks he's the s***.the s***s npl vulgar, offensive, slang (diarrhea)拉肚子I got the s***s from eating undercooked shellfish.the s***ter n vulgar, slang (toilet)厕所；马桶the shivers npl (attack of shaking)寒颤Brian realised he must be ill; he was aching all over and had the shivers.布莱恩意识到自己肯定是生病了：他浑身疼，还打寒颤。shoot for the moon v expr mainly US, figurative (strive for the best)远大志向；远大抱负shoot from the hip v expr figurative (speak or act hastily)信口开河；举止轻率shoot the breeze, bat the breeze v expr slang, figurative (chat)闲聊We didn't talk about anything important that night - we were just shooting the breeze.shoot the rapids v expr (canoe down fast river)快速穿过急流；迅速冲过激流Marc and his friends are going to shoot the rapids this weekend.shot in the arm n informal, literal (injection) (非正式用语，本义)手臂注射The doctor decided to give him a shot in the arm.shot in the arm n informal, figurative (boost, [sth] revitalizing) (非正式用语，比喻)强心剂The additional money was a real shot in the arm for us.shot in the dark n informal, figurative (wild guess) (非正式用语，比喻)瞎猜，乱猜He took a shot in the dark and guessed the correct answer on the test.show [sb] the ropes v expr (teach a newcomer how to do things)传授秘诀；教人做事诀窍show the way v expr (guide)指路I'd never been there before so Anthony showed the way.show [sb] the way v expr (guide)给…指路The bell boy showed Lucy the way to her room.show [sb] the way to [sth] v expr (guide)给…指前往…的路Could you show me the way to the post office?shuffle the cards v expr (playing cards: mix up the deck)洗牌You need to shuffle the cards before you start the poker game.shut the door v expr figurative (put up a barrier)关门He failed his entrance exam, which has shut the door on him becoming a lawyer.shut the f*** up interj vulgar, offensive, slang (stop talking) (俚语，粗俗，具有侮辱性)闭上你的鸟嘴Shut the f*** up! I don't want to hear another word from you!shut the f*** up expr vulgar, offensive, slang (stop talking)闭嘴I wish your sister would shut the f*** up!Shut the hell up interj offensive (Be quiet, stop talking)闭嘴the sick npl (ill people)病人The nurse is taking care of the sick.护士正在看护病人。the sidelines n (sports: off the field of play)场外区域The injured player watched from the sidelines as his team scored the winning goal.the sights npl (tourist attractions, landmarks)游览胜地；风景名胜Kara and her boyfriend stayed in Montreal for several days and saw the sights.卡拉和她的男友在蒙特利尔住了好些日子，看了几处风景名胜。sign of the cross n (religious hand gesture)十字手势；十字架手势sign of the zodiac n (one of twelve constellations)星座；十二星座之一the Silent Generation n (people born 1928-1945)沉默的一代备注: 出生在1928年至1945年的那代人the silver screen n figurative (motion pictures, film industry)电影；电影界since the year dot, from the year dot adv UK (since a very long time ago)自从很久以前sing the blues v expr (perform blues songs)唱蓝调；唱布鲁斯歌I'm always deeply moved when I listen to Bessie Smith sing the blues.sing the blues v expr figurative (suffer misfortune)遭遇不幸；遇到麻烦Alex knew that if he kept on misbehaving, he'd soon be singing the blues.sing the praises of [sth/sb], sing [sb/sth]'s praises v expr figurative (praise)赞美；称颂，赞颂the Sioux npl (North American Indian group)苏族the Sistine Chapel n (Michelangelo's masterpiece) (米开朗基罗的杰作)西斯廷教堂sit down at the table v expr (take a seat at mealtime)在餐桌前就坐, 准备就餐Dinner's almost ready – will you all please come and sit down at the table.sit down at the table v expr figurative (enter negotiations)在谈判桌前就坐, 准备开始谈判We will sit down at the table later in the week to discuss terms.sit on the fence v expr figurative (be undecided)保持中立sixteenth, 16th, the sixteenth, the 16th n (in a series, list: 16th item, person)第十六On the shopping list, "butter" was sixteenth.the sixteenth, the 16th n (sixteenth day of the month) (日期)16日，16号Kimberly's birthday is on the sixteenth.the sixteenth of, 16th, 16th of, the 16th, the 16th of n UK (sixteenth day of specified month) (日期)16日，16号My parents' wedding anniversary is on the sixteenth of July.the Sixteenth, XVI n (16th monarch with specified name) (君王名号)十六世备注: 'XVI' is spoken as "the Sixteenth"Charles the Sixteenth Gustav is the King of Sweden.查尔斯古斯塔夫十六世是瑞典的国王。sixth, 6th, the sixth, the 6th n (in a series, list: 6th item, person)第六个人；第六个东西I'm the sixth in line at the grocery store.the sixth, the 6th n (sixth day of the month)一个月的第六天I'll be away on business from the sixth to the tenth.the sixth of, 6th, 6th of, the 6th, the 6th of n UK (sixth day of specified month)一个月的第六天备注: The written form "6 April" may also be used.The sixth of April marks the start of a new tax year.the Sixth, VI n (6th monarch with specified name)第六任君王或皇帝备注: 'VI' is spoken as "the Sixth"Charles the Sixth ruled France for over forty years.sixtieth, 60th, the sixtieth, the 60th n (in a series, list: 60th item, person)第六十the sixties, the '60s npl (decade: 1960s) (二十世纪)六十年代The sixties were a time of great social and political change.the size of [sth] n figurative, informal (state of affairs)事态的严重程度The government is still trying to assess the size of the situation, but it doesn't look good.skeleton in the closet, also UK: skeleton in the cupboard n (secret from the past)不可告人的秘密Everyone has a few skeletons in their cupboard that they wouldn't like other people to find out about.skim the fat off [sth] vtr (remove fat from top of)将…上的脂肪撇去After milking the cows, we skimmed the fat off the milk and made butter.the skinny, the skinny on [sth] n slang (gossip, latest news)...的内幕, ...的小道消息What's the skinny on that job interview you had?你之前的那次工作面试有什么最新消息没？the slain npl literary (those killed)受害人，遇害人，死者The slain will not be forgotten.遇害者不会被遗忘。the slammer, the slam n slang (prison) (俚语)监牢，监狱，大牢I was finally released after spending a year in the slammer for a crime that I didn't commit!slap in the face n (smack on the cheek)掌掴，打耳光slap in the face n figurative (insult, rejection)侮辱，拒绝，打击，羞辱His refusal to accept my apology was a slap in the face.slap on the wrist n figurative (mild reprimand)轻微的惩罚Two years in prison was no more than a slap on the wrist for that revolting murderer.Philip needn't have worried about the sentence, as he was only given a slap on the wrist.slightest, the slightest adj (least possible)极不可能的I'd add just the slightest amount of salt.slightest, the slightest adj (any at all)极少的；极小的If you'd had the slightest concern you would have called us.slightest, the slightest adj (person: most slender) (人)最苗条的，最纤秀的The slightest among the group was a red-haired girl.slip of the tongue n (mistake in speaking)口误，失言slow on the uptake adj figurative, informal (person: slow to understand)理解速度慢；掌握速度慢A couple of the new students are a bit slow on the uptake.smack in the middle adv informal (right in the centre)正好在中间The golfer's shot landed smack in the middle of the lake.the small npl (people without wealth)小人物，贫贱之人；穷人This government does not seem to care about the small.政府似乎不再乎穷人的死活。the smaller n (lesser in size of two) (尺寸、规模等)较小的The smaller of the houses on the farm is standing empty.农场上较小的房子都空着。smallpox, the pox n (contagious disease)天花Smallpox was eradicated in the US in the 20th century.美国在20世纪消灭了天花。smart money, the smart money n figurative (sums invested by experienced investors)妥善投资；明智投资smart money, the smart money n figurative (experienced investors)经验丰富的投资者；投资老手smell the roses v expr figurative (count one's blessings, appreciate things)享受生命的美好smooth the rough edges off [sth] v expr (file down)磨掉…的角；磨掉…的硬边You can smooth the rough edge off the metal with a file or with sand paper.smooth the rough edges off [sb/sth] v expr figurative (refine)磨掉…的棱角；挫去…的锐气As soon as they were married she started trying to smooth the rough edges off him.smooth the way v expr figurative (make [sth] easier)铺平道路The first pioneers smoothed the way for later settlers.snake in the grass n figurative ([sb] deceitful, traitor)潜在危机，隐患；背后搞鬼的人，潜伏的敌人Herbert's just a snake in the grass: he's having dinner with our rivals now!snap the ball v expr (American football: make the first pass) (橄榄球)开球the sniffles, the snuffles npl informal (slight cold)轻微感冒I can't believe you called in sick just because you have the sniffles!the snip n UK, informal (vasectomy)输精管切除After Marie had twins, she made her husband get the snip.soaked to the bone expr figurative (very wet: from rain, etc.)湿透the social n UK, informal (social security)社会保险；社会保障制度Bob's on the social now that his injury has stopped him working.the sound barrier n (travel at speed of sound)音障，声障sound the alarm v expr (alert or warn others)发警报；敲警钟When the watchman saw the invaders coming, he sounded the alarm to call for help.soup of the day n (restaurant: soup served on a given day) (餐馆)每日例汤the South n US (US Southeast) (美国)南部，南方备注: In historical contexts, the South may refer to the Confederacy.In the South, the people are much more friendly.the South Vietnamese npl (people of South Vietnam)南越人the southeast, the Southeast n often capitalized (southeast region of the US)美国东南部地区Gary and his family live in the southeast.盖瑞和他的家人居住在美国东南部。the southeast, the Southeast n often capitalized (southeast region of the UK)英国东南部地区Amy is from the southeast.the southern lights, the Southern lights, the aurora australis npl (Southern Hemisphere aurora)南极光The spectacular phenomenon known as the southern lights can often be seen in Antarctica.the southwest, the Southwest n often capitalized (southwestern part of UK)英国西南部地区Billy lives in the southwest.比利居住在英国西南部。the southwest, the Southwest n often capitalized (southwestern part of US)美国西南部地区Patrick and Petunia are both from the southwest.the Soviet Union, Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic, the Russian Federation n historical (USSR: Soviet Russia)苏联The Soviet Union dissolved at the end of the Cold War.sow the seed, sow the germ v expr (initiate or prompt [sth])播种, 开始干某事She sowed the seed of doubt in his mind.sow the seeds of [sth] v expr figurative (instigate [sth])播下…的种子All the gossip sowed the seeds of discontent among the bridge club ladies.the Spanish npl (people of Spain)西班牙人The Spanish impressed me with their hospitality and generosity.西班牙人的热情好客和慷慨大方给我留下了深刻印象。the Spanish Armada n (16th century Spanish fleet) (16世纪)西班牙舰队the Speaker n (of legislative body)众议院议长；下议院院长The Speaker of the House of Commons recalled parliament to discuss an urgent issue.众议院议长召回议会讨论一项紧急事务。the specter of [sth] (US), the spectre of [sth] (UK) n figurative (unpleasant idea or image)挥之不去的可怕念头；萦绕心头的忧惧The specter of humiliation haunted Emma long after the embarrassing event.spend the night v expr (stay somewhere overnight)过夜the Sphinx n (Greek mythological creature) (希腊神话)斯芬克斯The Sphinx smiled mysteriously at the travelers.the Sphinx n (ancient Egyptian statue) (古埃及)狮身人面像Millions of people travel from around the world to see the Sphinx.spill the beans v expr figurative, informal (divulge [sth]) (比喻，非正式用语)泄密，说漏嘴，露马脚John can't keep a secret: I knew he'd end up spilling the beans about the party.spill the tea v expr slang (share gossip)爆料；聊八卦the spit of [sb] n mainly UK, informal (spitting image) (指长相相似的人)翻版； (指长相相似的人)一个模子里刻出来的That girl is the spit of her mother!那个女孩长得简直就是她母亲的翻版！split the difference v expr (share out [sth] remaining)平摊剩余部分We decided to split the difference, each paying £1.10 extra.split the difference vi figurative, informal (make concessions)各让一步；折中You want to go to a Chinese restaurant, and I want Mexican. Let's split the difference and get a pizza.spread the word v expr (make others aware)散布消息；传播消息spring, the spring n (season)春季；春天；春My favourite season is spring.Tulips bloom in the spring.我最喜欢春季。 // 郁金香在春天开花。spur-of-the-moment n as adj (decision, etc.: spontaneous)一时冲动的，头脑一热的，心血来潮的Leanne and Steve hadn't planned to get married that day; it was a spur-of-the-moment decision.the squeeze n informal, figurative (financial restrictions)财政困难, 拮据A lot of people have been feeling the squeeze since the beginning of the financial crisis.the squits npl UK, slang (diarrhoea)腹泻stab [sb] in the [sth] v expr (injure with [sth] sharp)刺在…的（某个部位）上The young man stabbed his victim in the leg.年轻人刺伤了受害人的腿。stab [sb] in the back v expr (wound [sb] in back with [sth] sharp) (本义)在某人背后捅刀子There was a fight outside the bar and a man was stabbed in the back.stab [sb] in the back v expr figurative (betray [sb]) (比喻)背叛某人，出卖某人，在某人背后捅刀子After all I've done to help him, he's stabbed me in the back.stab in the back n (act of betrayal)背叛, 背后中伤stack the deck, stack the cards v expr informal, figurative (create an unfair advantage)用作弊手段获得优势The government had stacked the decks to the advantage of their cronies.stack the deck against [sb/sth], stack the cards against [sb/sth] v expr informal, figurative (put [sb], [sth] at a disadvantage)用作弊手段让...处于劣势stage, the stage n uncountable (theater as a profession)舞台生涯；戏剧表演职业Her interest in the stage led her to study theatre at university.the stake n (execution by burning)火刑柱In the 17th century, traitors were sentenced to the stake.the stalls npl UK (theater: lowest seats) (剧场)正厅前座区I've got us seats in the stalls for the play on Saturday.那出周六演出，我给我俩买到了正厅前座区的位置。stand in the way, stand in [sb]'s way v expr (be an obstruction)挡住去路；妨碍If that's what you've decided, go ahead. I won't stand in your way.stand in the way of [sth] v expr (obstruct, impede [sth])妨碍；阻挠By refusing to sell this land you're standing in the way of progress.I won't stand in the way of your marriage.stand the test of time v expr (last, endure)经得起时间的考验，持久the Star-Spangled Banner n (national anthem of United States)美国国歌the Stars and Stripes n (US national flag) (美国国旗)星条旗the Stars and Stripes, the Stars and Stripes Forever n colloquial (US military march)星条旗永不落the States npl informal (United States of America)美国I plan to visit Chicago on my upcoming trip to the States.我打算去美国旅游的时候看看芝加哥。state of the art n (technology: current level) (技术: 当前的水平)现状In tech, it can be hard to keep up with the state of the art.在科技行业，要跟上最先进的技术可能很难。state of the art, state-of-the-art adj (technology: advanced) (技术)先进的；高新尖的；尖端的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounOur new TV uses state-of-the-art technology to provide the best picture and sound.我们的新电视采用了最先进的技术，提供最好的图像和声音。state the obvious v expr (point out [sth] already evident)陈述明显事实；把明显的事情说出来Station of the Cross n usually plural (Christianity: one of 14 images depicting sufferings of Jesus) (基督教)耶稣受难经过的画像；耶稣受难14画像；苦路14处stay [sb]'s hand, stay the hand of [sb] v expr literary (stop from acting)留手The king could have ordered the thief's execution, but mercy stayed his hand.stay out of the way of [sb], stay out of [sb]'s way v expr informal (avoid)离…远点；躲…远点You should stay out of the way of our boss today - he's in a bad mood.stay the course v expr figurative, informal (pursue [sth] to the end)继续走到尽头，坚持到底stay the same vi (not change)还是老样子；没有变化steal the limelight v expr figurative (take attention)吸引注意力steal the limelight from [sb] v expr figurative (take attention away)抢走...的风头steal the show, steal the scene v expr figurative (be the most impressive)抢风头At the 2010 Oscars, "The Hurt Locker" stole the show.stem the flow v expr figurative (prevent [sth] increasing)阻止大量涌入；阻止流入stem the tide v expr figurative (prevent [sth] increasing)阻止...的增长The reports were coming in faster than Tania could deal with them. She could only struggle to stem the tide.stem the tide of [sth] v expr figurative (prevent [sth] increasing)阻挡…的潮流, 阻止…的浪潮The government stepped in to stem the tide of foreclosures.step on the gas interj informal (accelerate, drive faster)踩油门；加快速度；赶快Step on the gas or we'll be late for church.step up the pace v expr (increase speed)加快速度the Steppes npl (grassy plains of Eurasia) (尤指欧亚大陆上的)干草原The Steppes are a harsh, unforgiving place during the winter.冬季的干草原条件恶劣，难以生存。the sticks npl informal (remote rural place)偏远地区；边远地区Rosemary lives on a farm in the sticks.stick-in-the-mud n figurative, pejorative, informal (person: unadventurous)顽固保守者；墨守成规的人sting in the tail expr UK, figurative (unpleasant turn of events)令人不快的意外结局John's final words to her were the sting in the tail of what should have been an enjoyable evening.the stirrings of [sth], the first stirrings of [sth] npl figurative (beginning, emergence of [sth])开始, 萌芽The appearance of snowdrops marks the stirrings of Spring.雪花莲冒了出来，标志着春天到了。the stocks npl historical (punishment device)手足枷备注: Used with a singular or plural verbThe thief was put in the stocks, where villagers threw rotten food at him.小偷被锁在手足枷中，村民纷纷用腐烂的食物砸他。the Stone Age n (early period in civilization)石器时代The dinosaurs had already died out by the beginning of the Stone Age.stop the presses (US), hold the presses (US), stop press (UK), hold the press (UK) interj (introducing breaking news)加入最新消息Stop the presses: the White House has just issued an update.stop the presses (US), hold the presses (US), stop press (UK), hold the press (UK) interj figurative (making announcement or update)播出最新消息Hold the press! James has just texted to ask me on a date!stop the clock v expr (finish timing [sth])停止计时The timers stopped the clock when the last participant crossed the finish line.the stork n informal, figurative, dated, euphemism (folklore: bird that brings babies) (民间传说)送子鸟I hear the stork has brought them another little bundle!the straight and narrow n figurative (virtuous conduct)中规中矩；循规蹈矩strain at the leash (US), strain at the lead (UK) v expr (dog: pull against lead)扯紧牵狗绳The dog was so determined to chase the cat, it was straining at the leash.strain at the leash v expr figurative (person: be eager for action)迫切想做；急迫地想要做备注: Usually in the continuous.Isabel is excited about her new job; she is straining at the leash to get started.the Strait of Dover, Dover Strait n (part of English channel)多佛海峽；多佛尔海峡the Strand n (London street) (音译)斯特兰德大街； (意译)河岸街备注: 伦敦西敏市街道，以旅馆和戏院众多而出名Adrian hurried along the Strand, on his way to Fleet Street.the straw that broke the camel's back n figurative (final bad thing)压垮骆驼的最后一根稻草；致命一击Ursula had tolerated her husband's bad temper for years, but when he yelled at her mother, that was the straw that broke the camel's back and she kicked him out.The lawsuit was the straw that broke the camel's back for the struggling business.strike while the iron is hot expr figurative (take an opportunity)趁热打铁the strong npl (fittest beings)强壮的人, 强壮者Only the strong survive.the sublime n (that which is sublime)崇高的事物；宏伟壮丽的景象, 宏伟之物；绝妙之物We must understand that we will all experience both the horrific and the sublime in life.the sublime n (the supreme degree)顶点；最高程度He documented the sublime of stupidity that caused the environmental crisis.the subtleties of [sth] npl (meaning: nuances)微妙之处；细微之处The subtleties of the plot won't be obvious to non-lawyers.the suburbs npl (residential outskirts of city)市郊住宅区，郊区；城郊住宅区I grew up in the suburbs - it was really boring.我是在郊区长大的，那里真的很无聊。Sudan, the Sudan n (country in north Africa) (非洲国家)苏丹the Sudan n (region in Africa) (非洲)苏丹地区the Sudanese npl (people of Sudan)苏丹人suffer the consequences v expr (endure what follows)承担后果If you choose to lie now, you'll suffer the consequences later.suit [sb] down to the ground v expr informal (be ideal)非常适合；对...很理想summer, the summer n (season)夏天；夏季We like to go to the beach in summer.我们喜欢夏季去海边。the sun, the Sun n sometimes capitalized (star: centre of our solar system)太阳The sun rises in the east.太阳从东方升起。the Sundays npl UK, informal (Sunday newspapers)星期日报I love to lie in bed and read the Sundays.我喜欢躺在床上读星期日报。the supernatural n (the occult)超自然力量；超自然现象My belief in the supernatural doesn't include demons.the Supreme Being n (Christian god)上帝God the Father is the Supreme Being in whom we believe and whom we worship.the Supreme Court n US (law: highest federal court)最高法院Has the Supreme Court ruled on that issue?the Supreme Court n UK (law: highest state court)州最高法院surf the Internet (US), surf the internet (UK) v expr (browse the world wide web)上网；网上浏览surf the web, also US: surf the net v expr informal (browse the internet) (非正式用语)网上冲浪；上网I generally surf the web instead of watching television.survival of the fittest n (natural selection)适者生存Darwin never used the term 'survival of the fittest' in his writing.the Swahili npl (people of eastern Africa) (来自东非)斯瓦希里人the sweats npl (sweating sickness)汗热病the Swedish npl (Swedish people)瑞典人The Swedish are known for their Viking heritage.sweep the nation v expr figurative (become hugely popular)风靡全国，横扫全国sweeten the deal v expr informal, figurative (make an offer more enticing) (交易中)给点甜头swerve to the right v expr (turn suddenly to right-hand side)（突然）右转I had to swerve to the right to avoid hitting the dog.swim the crawl, do the crawl v expr (do overarm swimming stroke)游自由泳During a freestyle swimming race most swimmers choose to swim the crawl.in the swing of things expr (engaged, active)在情势之中；在情况下the swinging sixties npl often capitalized (decade: 1960s)摇摆的六十年代swipe left, swipe to the left vi + adv (on screen: drag finger to the left) (在屏幕上用手指)向左滑动From the home screen, swipe left to access your messages.swipe right, swipe to the right vi + adv (on screen: drag finger to the right) (在屏幕上用手指)向右滑动the Swiss npl (people of Switzerland)瑞士人The Swiss have a reputation as a peace-loving people.the Swiss Alps npl (mountain range in Switzerland)瑞士阿尔卑斯山脉Imogen went hiking in the Swiss Alps.the Taiwanese npl (people of Taiwan)台湾人Traditionally, the Taiwanese eat a mainly fish-based diet.take a hard line, take the hard line v expr (be staunch, uncompromising)走强硬路线；决不妥协take a hard line on [sth], take the hard line on [sth] v expr (be staunch about [sth])在…方面走强硬路线；在...问题上不妥协take a turn for the worse v expr (deteriorate)恶化，变糟His condition remained stable for three days, then suddenly he took a turn for the worse.take in the sights v expr (be a tourist)旅游；观光We'll be taking in the sights of Amsterdam tomorrow.take [sth] on the chin v expr figurative, informal (accept [sth] without complaint)坦然承受；欣然接受The deposed champion took his defeat on the chin.Anne's performance received a lot of criticism, but she took it on the chin.take it on the lam v expr informal (escape)逃走；出逃When they realized that the police were looking for them, they took it on the lam.take out the trash (US), put the dustbin out, put the bin out, put the rubbish out (UK) v expr (take refuse can outdoors)把垃圾桶拉出去Remember to put the dustbin out tonight; the rubbish is collected early tomorrow morning.take the air v expr dated or formal (go outdoors)出去；到户外去take the attitude, take the attitude that v expr (adopt the stance or belief)采取某种态度She took the attitude that no news is good news.take the bait v expr figurative (give in to temptation)中计； (比喻义)中圈套，上钩take the bench, serve on the bench, sit on the bench v expr (judge, magistrate: serve in court)担任法官；担任裁定人take the bitter with the sweet v expr figurative (accept negative things as part of life)甜和苦一起吞下；既能享受也能吃苦Life isn't always easy; you have to take the bitter with the sweet.take the blame v expr (accept responsibility for [sth])为过失负责任It was my idea so I guess I'll have to take the blame.take the bull by the horns v expr figurative (tackle a task bravely)勇敢面对困难；不畏艰难险阻Matthew's going to take the bull by the horns tomorrow and ask Louise to marry him.take the cake, also UK: take the biscuit v expr figurative, informal (be uncalled for, excessive)过分；失当Jack's idea to build his own observatory really takes the cake!take the edge off [sth] v expr (feeling: make less intense)化解...的感觉；纾解...的情绪take the edge off [sth] v expr (performance: make less outstanding)让...黯然失色take the fall v expr slang (accept the blame)承担罪责；代人受过He took the fall for the bank robbery.take the field v expr (sportsperson: join the games or begin a game) (指运动员)上阵，上场After a long delay, the teams finally took the field.take the floor v expr (speak publicly)公开发言take the heat v expr figurative, slang (be blamed)受到批评take the helm v expr figurative (take charge)掌权take the helm v expr (captain a ship)掌舵take the hint, take a hint v expr (understand what is implied)领会暗示take the initiative v expr (be pro-active, be first to act)采取主动Normally, Lydia enjoyed booking their family holidays, but sometimes she wished her husband would take the initiative and do it instead.take the law into your own hands v expr (act as a vigilante)不通过法律自行处理If you get robbed, don't try to take the law into your own hands.take the lead v expr (race: in first place)领先；领跑With a burst of speed, Jack took the lead in the race.take the lead v expr figurative (take the initiative)首先行动；带头进行take the lead on [sth] v expr (take the initiative on)首先...；带头...take the liberty of doing [sth] v expr (do [sth] without permission)冒昧；擅自May I take the liberty of calling you Marta? You weren't here when the waiter came so I took the liberty of ordering for you.take the lid off [sth], blow the lid off [sth] v expr figurative, informal (reveal [sth] previously secret)揭露；揭晓take the mickey, take the mick v expr UK, slang (mock)嘲笑，开玩笑take the mickey, take the mickey out of [sb/sth] v expr UK, slang (mock)取笑某人，拿...开玩笑take the offensive v expr (attack)进攻；采取攻势He tends to take the offensive when people criticize his work.take the opportunity v expr (use the chance to do [sth])借机If you take the opportunity to thank the audience, they'll generally like you better.take the opportunity to do [sth] v expr (use your chance to do [sth])抓住机会做某事；趁此机会做某事What a lovely day; I'm going to take the opportunity to sit out in the garden while it's sunny.take the piss v expr UK, vulgar, figurative, slang (mock)嘲笑take the piss out of [sb/sth] v expr UK, vulgar, figurative, slang (mock)嘲笑某人或某事take the place of v expr (replace, be a substitute for)取代；代替Nothing takes the place of money in our society.take the plunge v expr figurative (do [sth] daring)（深思熟虑后）冒险尝试；毅然决定I've finally decided to take the plunge; I'm getting a tattoo!take the plunge v expr figurative (commit to [sth])（深思熟虑后）冒险尝试；毅然决定After dating for a year, they decided to take the plunge and get married.take the rap v expr slang (accept blame for [sth]) (俚语)承担责任，承担罪责，负责任Go ahead and do it - if it doesn't work out, I'll take the rap.take the reins, have the reins v expr figurative (take control or charge)控制, 管理take the responsibility, take responsibility v expr (accept the blame for [sth])负责任；承担责任Since it was my idea to throw the ball, I took responsibility for the broken window.When the boss got angry, Charleen took the responsibility.因为扔球是我想出来的，所以应由我来承担打破窗户的责任。 // 老板发火时，夏琳揽下了责任。take the responsibility, take responsibility v expr (take charge of [sth])负责；牵头take the risk v expr (gamble, accept potential danger)冒险I can't imagine why you would take the risk.take the risk of doing [sth] v expr (do [sth] despite danger)冒险去...；冒险做...Do you think it's wise to take the risk of starting a business in the current economic climate?take the rough with the smooth v expr figurative (accept circumstances)接受现状；是好是坏都能过活take the shape of [sth] v expr (assume the form of)呈…形状；以某种形式出现take the time to do [sth] expr (use extra effort to do favor)花时间做…；不着急做…Leila's kind teacher took the time to explain long division to her after class.take the wheel v expr (drive a vehicle) (车、船等)驾驶take the wind out of [sb]'s sails v expr (kill [sb]'s motivation)让...失去动力take the words out of [sb]'s mouth, take the words right out of [sb]'s mouth v expr (say what [sb] else was going to say)完全同意某人的话；把某人想说的话说了出来take the world by storm v expr figurative (be a sudden success)名震四海；风靡全球；席卷全球take the wraps off [sth] v expr figurative, informal (reveal: [sth] secret)揭开…的神秘面纱take time to do [sth], take the time to do [sth] v expr (make the commitment or effort)花时间去，努力去I'm going to slow down and take time to understand my children better.我需要慢下来，花点时间更好地了解我的孩子们。take the time v expr (make a commitment or effort)花些时间；努力Learning a language can be tricky, but you'll get there in the end if you take the time.学习一门语言可能很难，但如果你肯花时间，最终会达成目标。take [sb] to the cleaners v expr figurative, slang (take all [sb]'s money) (俚语)榨干某人所有的钱take [sb] to the cleaners v expr figurative, slang (sports: defeat thoroughly) (俚语，指体育)碾压；让...大败take up the cause v expr (embrace an idea, purpose) (想法、目的)接受；接纳take up the cudgels v expr figurative (express support: for [sb] or [sth])捍卫；支持take up the gauntlet v expr figurative (accept a challenge)接受挑战Talk of the devil, Speak of the devil interj ([sb] just mentioned arrives)说曹操，曹操到talk the hind leg off a donkey v expr informal, figurative (talk a lot)喋喋不休Don't get Ray started; he'll talk the hind leg off a donkey, if you give him the chance.talk the talk v expr informal (speak impressively)流利地谈论；头头是道备注: Often used in combination with "walk the walk": We must not only talk the talk, but also walk the walk.the Talmud n (book of Jewish religious law) (犹太古代法典)塔木德tar [sb] with the same brush, tar [sb] with the same brush as [sb/sth] v expr (attribute same faults to)一竿子打翻一船人；认为某人（与其他人）是一丘之貉I know he's an awful person, but don't tar me with the same brush just because he's my brother!the Tarmac, the tarmac n UK, ® (runway)机场跑道Because of poor weather conditions, the plane was forced to wait on the tarmac for two hours before taking off.tarot, the tarot n (fortune-telling cards) (占卜用)塔罗牌the taxman n figurative, informal (government's tax-collecting department) (非正式用语)税务部门teach [sb] the basics of [sth] v expr (give [sb] elementary lessons in a subject)教某人基础课程We decided to teach them the basics of English.tear up the rulebook v expr figurative (go against the rules)打破规则；违反规则the teens npl (numbers: 13-19) (指13到19之间的数字)十几Cancellations so far are in the teens.tell the future v expr (predict what will happen)预知未来If I could tell the future it would probably scare me to death.tell the truth v expr (be honest)诚实；讲实话If a woman asks if you can guess her age, never tell her the truth!tell time (US), tell the time (UK) v expr (read the hour on an analog clock)报时，读表the temperance movement n (organization against alcohol)禁酒运动The temperance movement was at its height during the 19th century.the Tempter n (Satan)撒旦, 魔鬼the Ten Commandments npl (Bible: instructions given to Moses) (《圣经》)十诫God gave Moses the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.tenth, 10th, the tenth, the 10th n (in a series, list: 10th item, person)第十个The boxes were going along the conveyor belt, but the foreman switched it off as the tenth came through.the tenth, the 10th n (tenth day of the month) (日期)十号，十日； (一个月的)第十天"Is it the ninth today?" - "No, it's the tenth."”今天是九号吗？“ “不，今天已经十号了。”the tenth, 10th, 10th of, the 10th, the 10th of n UK (tenth day of specified month)一个月的第十天备注: The written form "10 February" may also be used.The shop will be closed for refurbishment for two weeks from the 10th of February.the Tenth, X n (10th monarch with specified name)第十任君王或皇帝备注: 'X' is spoken as "the Tenth"Charles the Tenth ruled France until 1830.the Territorial Army n UK, dated (military reserve force)本土防卫自卫队，地方自卫队备注: Now known as the Army Reserve.test the waters v expr figurative (assess or evaluate [sth])试水，测试the Thames n (river in England) (位于英格兰境内)泰晤士河The Thames was violent and muddy after days of rain.that being the case adv (therefore)既然如此，既然这样，这样一来；假如说，假如这样He's a convicted rapist. That being the case, he shouldn't be allowed to live anywhere where he could attack other women.That will do the job. interj informal (that will suffice) (非正式用语)这样行得通。That'll do the job until you can get to a proper mechanic.That'll be the day! interj (disbelief that [sth] will happen)总有那么一天！that's just the thing interj (it's exactly what is needed)这正是我想要的Take an aspirin – that's just the thing for a bad headache.that's the idea interj informal (that's precisely what is expected) (非正式用语)这正是我想要的！这个我赞成！that's the idea interj (you understand what I meant)你明白我的话了！就是这个意思！that's the thing interj informal (that is precisely my point)正是所需要的东西；正合所需That's the thing! I never wanted to get married in the first place.that's the ticket interj informal (that is exactly what's needed)正是所需要的东西；正合所需That's the ticket! Now you're sure to win the science fair.that's the way the cookie crumbles interj informal, figurative (acceptance of [sth] disappointing) (指接受令人失望之事)生米已经煮成熟饭；生活就是这么回事；认命呗the absolute truth n ([sth] ultimately and universally true)绝对的真理We'll probably never know the absolute truth about the life of Jesus Christ.the back of beyond n figurative (very remote place)偏远地区the best of both worlds n (advantages of two different things)两者的优点；两全其美the best of the best n (greatest of all)最顶尖；极其优秀the best part of [sth] n (best section of [sth])...最精彩的部分The best part of the film was the final scene.the best part of [sth] n (most)大部分；绝大部分It took us the best part of the morning to finish the job.the best part n (best bit)最佳, 最精彩You think that's funny? You haven't even heard the best part yet!the best thing n (greatest feature)最佳特色the best thing about [sth/sb] n (greatest feature)最好的一点the best thing n informal, figurative ([sth] wonderful, valued)最宝贵的事物the best thing since sliced bread n informal, figurative ([sth] new, excellent)新奇的好事the big one n informal, figurative ([sth] massively important)非常重要的事the big time n informal (great success or fame)大红大紫；巨大成功After years of struggling in obscurity, he was ready for the big time.the buck stops here interj informal (taking responsibility)由我负责，我责无旁贷the cat's meow (US), the cat's whiskers (UK) n figurative, informal (person: important)妄自尊大；自命不凡Look at her, strutting about! She really thinks she's the cat's meow!the cat's whiskers expr informal (person, thing: very good)了不起的人；绝妙的事物The cheek of it! interj UK (expressing mild outrage)真不要脸！the day after n (next day, following day)一天后；第二天We can stay out as late as we like on my birthday; the day after is a Sunday.the day after expr (on the following day)第二天I ate so much at supper that the day after, I felt quite ill.the day after [sth] expr (on the day following: an event)...的第二天They went on honeymoon the day after the wedding.the day after conj (on the day following: an action)...的第二天The day after he left her, she met someone new.the day after tomorrow n (2 days from now)后天Today is Saturday, so the day after tomorrow is Monday.the day after tomorrow adv (2 days from now)后天Don't worry, the meeting isn't until the day after tomorrow.the day before n (a day earlier, the previous day)前一天the day before adv (a day earlier, on the previous day)前一天the day before yesterday n (two days ago)前天The day before yesterday was my birthday.the day before yesterday adv (two days ago)前天I haven't seen him since the day before yesterday.the devil is in the details, the devil is in the detail expr (problematic small parts)细节为王；魔鬼藏在细节中Read the contract carefully; the devil is in the details.the die is cast expr figurative (the situation cannot be changed)木已成舟；无法改变The early bird catches the worm. expr figurative (start work early to be successful)早起的鸟儿有虫吃。the Earth n (this planet: the world)地球the easy way out n figurative (least demanding solution)最容易的解决方式The easy way out would be to give up, but we must keep trying.the elephant in the room expr (obvious thing being ignored)人尽皆知却没人愿意提起的事；房间里的大象the end of the line n (last stop of train or bus) (比喻)生命的尽头The conductor announced the end of the line so we got off the train.After the bus reaches the end of the line, you'll have to walk a little bit.the end of the line n figurative (point [sth] ceases to exist) (比喻)生命的尽头Jim's patience finally reached the end of the line.the entire time adv (throughout)整个时间里；一直都；从来就the exception proves the rule, it's the exception that proves the rule expr (a truth: doesn't apply)凡有规定，必有例外the extent to which expr (scope)...的程度I'm not sure of the extent to which the accident has been investigated—information may be limited right now.the fact remains that adv (nevertheless)事实是，然而The flesh is weak., The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak. expr figurative, Biblical (we often yield to temptation)心有余而力不足。；心中愿意，却没有毅力做到。the full package n slang, figurative (attractive person)十全十美的人；十项全能的人That guy is the full package: good-looking, employed and owns his own house.the goods npl informal, figurative ([sth] obtained)获得的东西the grass is always greener, the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence v expr figurative (things seem better from afar)这山望着那山高the great and the good npl (important people)大人物；重要人物The great and the good were invited to dinner with the mayor.the haves npl (group with wealth)有钱人；富人；有产者The gap between the haves and the have nots is growing.the Land of Nod n figurative (sleep)睡乡；梦乡the last word n (final retort)最后意见；最后决定；决定性的话My brother has to have the last word in every argument.the last word in [sth] n figurative (ultimate, most fashionable)时尚最前沿You can always find the last word in haute couture in Paris.the late adj (person: deceased, dead) (人)过世的，死亡的The lights are on but nobody's home, The lights are on but there's nobody home expr figurative, informal ([sb] is unintelligent)愚蠢；没脑子；脑袋空空My brother can be incredibly stupid sometimes; the lights are on but nobody's home.the likes of [sb] npl (person of a particular type)像…这样的人；同类型的人Opera is for sophisticated, rich people; it isn't for the likes of me.the loose n (rugby)自由前锋the lot n informal (everything, all of it)全部，整个；命运I had to buy the lot just to get the green hat. I went to fetch a biscuit but someone had eaten the lot!the middle of nowhere n figurative (remote place)偏远地带the more the merrier expr (more people make [sth] more fun)人越多越热闹；人越多越好We're hoping that lots of people will come to the meeting; the more the merrier!the more... the more... expr (as [sth] increases, [sth] else increases)越...就越...The more I learn about computer programming, the more I enjoy it.The more angry her husband got, the more the woman laughed.the most adj US, slang, dated (outstanding)最好的；最棒的；最让人满意的He's so dreamy, he's just the most.他好梦幻，他就是最棒的。the movies npl informal (the cinema)电影界；电影的放映We'll meet at the movies for the Saturday matinee.the n-word, the n word, the N-word, the N word n euphemism (see note)黑鬼备注: Many people consider this word, when spelled out in full as "nigger," to be the most offensive word in the English language and never say or speak it.the news n (current affairs reporting)新闻the next best thing n (good substitute)第二好的；仅次于最好的；第二选择I can't afford to buy a Volkswagen; the Toyota is the next best thing.Apples are not as sweet as candy, but I think they are the next best thing.the next day adv (the day after)第二天I enjoyed the film so much that I went back to the cinema the next day and watched it again.我太喜欢那部电影了，以至于第二天又去电影院看了一遍。the night before n (previous night or evening)昨天晚上；the night before adv (on the previous night or evening)昨天晚上the one and only adj (incomparable and unique)世间仅有的；独一无二的the other day adv (several days ago)有一天The other day we went snowboarding and we had a great time.We're still good friends; just the other day we met for coffee.the other way around, also UK: the other way round expr (physically reversed)反方向；颠倒；反过来the other way around, also UK: the other way round expr (opposite situation)相反；反过来；反而the other woman n figurative (married person's female lover) (指女人)情妇, 第三者； (口语)小三The pen is mightier than the sword. expr figurative (words are powerful)文字的力量胜过武力；笔墨胜于刀剑Some say that the pen is mightier than the sword.the Philippines npl (Pacific islands and nation) (国家名)菲律宾How many languages are spoken in the Philippines?the pictures npl informal (cinema)电影院，影院Shall we go to the pictures this evening? I'll buy the popcorn!The pleasure is all mine. expr formal (You're welcome.)这是我的荣幸"Thank you for cooking us such a wonderful dinner." "The pleasure is all mine."“谢谢你为我们做了如此美好的一顿晚餐。”“这是我的荣幸。”the Provisional IRA n historical, abbreviation (paramilitary organization)临时爱尔兰共和军the same holds for [sth/sb] expr (this is also true of)对...也适用the shoe is on the other foot, the boot is on the other foot expr figurative (circumstances reversed)形势已经转变；形势已经不同了Lily was always scornful of unemployed people; the shoe's on the other foot now that she's lost her job.the sooner the better expr (as quickly as possible)越快越好the sun is over the yardarm expr (acceptable time to drink alcohol)到了喝酒的时候了；是时候喝酒了the three Rs, the three R's npl dated (reading, writing, and arithmetic) (基础教育)读、写、算The time is ripe expr (it is the perfect moment)时机已经成熟We should take action right now; the time is ripe!The time is ripe for [sth] expr (it is the right moment for [sth])做某事的时机已经成熟The time is ripe for change.the times npl (the present)时代The times are changing faster than we realize.the truth of the matter n (facts, reality)现实；事实，事情的真相The truth shall set you free. expr Biblical (knowledge is power)知识就是力量。；知识让人解放。"The truth shall set you free"; have you ever thought about what that statement means?the very thing n (precisely what is required or specified)正是所需要的；正是所指定的the way forward n figurative (how to progress, what to do next)前进的路；进步之路；下一步the week before n (the previous week)上周；前一周the week before last n (the week prior to last week)上上周the week before last adv (in the week prior to last week)上上周的时候the whole ball of wax n US, slang (everything)一切；全套Give me a shampoo, haircut, permanent, and facial; I want the whole ball of wax.the whole enchilada n US, slang, figurative (all of [sth])所有一切；应有尽有the whole story n (the full truth)全部情况We'll never know the whole story about what she did that night.the wider world n (society at large, world in general)整个社会；全世界The world is your oyster. expr figurative (You can have or achieve anything.)世界尽在你的掌控之中the wrong way expr (incorrect position or direction)错误的方式；错误的方向；错误的位置theater, the theater (US), theatre, the theatre (UK) n uncountable (industry: stage)戏剧界，戏剧行业The whole family's been in theatre for generations.这一家子数代人都是搞戏剧的。theater-in-the-round (US), theatre-in-the-round (UK) n (arena theater)三围剧场备注: 舞台起码有三面被席次包围的剧场There is more to [sth] than meets the eye expr (This is not what it seems)比表面看到的要复杂；并非表面所见那么简单It seems like he's vanished into thin air, but that's impossible. There's more to this situation than meets the eye.the thick n (heart, center)最厚的部分；最浓密的部分；中心Wherever there was trouble, he was in the thick of it.不管哪里有麻烦，他总是麻烦的中心。the plot thickens expr figurative (plot: become more complex)变得更复杂Now there are two claimants to the estate and the plot thickens.the thin end of the wedge n figurative ([sth] that will lead to [sth] worse)重大问题的前兆think outside the box v expr figurative (think unconventionally)创造性地思考；跳出框框思考；跳出传统的思维框架The company values employees who can think outside the box and find creative solutions.think the world of [sb] v expr informal (adore or admire greatly)崇拜, 非常喜欢He thinks the world of his children.third, 3rd, the third, the 3rd n (in a series, list: 3rd item, person)第三个；第三名On the list of tasks, third is mopping the floor.任务清单第三条：拖地。the Third, III n (3rd monarch with specified name) (君主)三世备注: 'III' is spoken as "the Third."King James the Third died in battle. Charles III became king of Spain in 1759.国王詹姆士三世战死沙场。查尔斯三世于1759年加冕为西班牙国王。the third, the 3rd n (third day of the month) (日期)三号，三日I have a haircut on the 3rd.我三号要去剪头发。the third of, 3rd, 3rd of, the 3rd, the 3rd of n UK (third day of specified month) (一个月的第三天)3号，3日备注: The written form "3 May" may also be used.James and Lucy celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary on the third of May.the Third World n (poor, developing countries)第三世界；第三世界国家People in rich countries don't do enough to help people in the Third World.thirteenth, 13th, the thirteenth, the 13th n (in a series, list: 13th item, person)第13个；第13人Of all the songs on the album, the thirteenth was Hannah's favorite.这张专辑的第十三首歌是汉娜的最爱。the thirteenth, 13th, 13th of, the 13th, the 13th of n UK (thirteenth day of specified month) (日期)13日，13号I've made an appointment with the dentist for 9 A.M. on Tuesday the 13th May.the thirteenth, the 13th n (thirteenth day of the month) (日期)13日，13号People say that Friday the thirteenth is an unlucky day.the Thirteenth, XIII n (13th monarch with specified name) (君王名号)十三世备注: 'XIII' is spoken as "the Thirteenth"Louis XIII became king in 1610.路易十三在1610年成为国王。thirtieth, 30th, the thirtieth, the 30th n (in a series, list: 30th item, person)第三十人；第三十个The country was rated as the thirtieth wealthiest this year.今年，该国在世界最富裕国家中名列第三十。the thirtieth, the 30th n (thirtieth day of the month) (日期)30 日，30 号My next doctor's appointment is on the thirtieth.the thirtieth of, 30th, 30th of, the 30th, the 30th of n (thirtieth day of specified month) (日期)30 日，30 号Today is the thirtieth of June; tomorrow it will be July.the thirties, the '30s npl (decade: 1930s)三十年代The business went bankrupt during the Great Depression of the thirties.这家企业在三十年代的经济大萧条期间破产了。thirty-first, 31st, the thirty-first, the 31st n (in a series, list: 31st item, person)第31个the thirty-first, the 31st n (thirty-first day of the month) (月份)31号I get paid every month, on the 31st.the thirty-first of, 31st, the 31st, 31st of, the 31st of n UK (thirty-first day of specified month) (月份)…的31号备注: The written form "31 May" may also be used.The 31st May is a public holiday this year.this and that, this, that, and the other n (various things)各种各样的东西thorn in the side, thorn in your side, thorn in the flesh, thorn in your flesh n figurative (aggravating thing, person) (比喻)眼中钉，肉中刺，让人烦心的人或事That new trainee is so annoying; he's a thorn in my side.the thousands npl (numbers: 1000 to 9999) (数字: 1000至9999)千数量级The population of this small island is somewhere in the thousands.这个小岛的人口大约是几千人。thousandth, 1000th, the thousandth, the 1000th n (in a series, list: 1000th item, person)第一千位；第一千个in the throes of [sth] expr (painful struggle)痛苦的挣扎in the throes of [sth] expr figurative (in the middle of)正忙于；正处于...之中throne, the throne n figurative (position of monarch)王位，帝位，皇位；君权，皇权Numerous European thrones toppled after the First World War.through the night adv (during the whole night)整夜地They travelled through the night in order to get there at first light.throughout the ages adv (through the course of history)历代Throughout the ages men have made war against one another.throughout the course of prep (all the way through)在…的整个过程；自始至终Throughout the course of the day, the heat from the sun grew more intense.throughout the world adv (all over the world)全世界范围地Prices of basic foodstuffs have risen throughout the world.throw a spanner in the works v expr figurative (thwart [sth])让...遇挫；阻止throw down the gauntlet v expr figurative (issue a challenge)发出挑战；下战书The boss threw down the gauntlet by doubling the sales targets for the month.throw in the towel v expr figurative, informal (give up, admit defeat) (比喻，非正式用语)投降David knew he'd lost the match, but he refused to throw in the towel.throw off the yoke of [sth] v expr figurative (free yourself: from a burden)放下...的沉重负担throw [sb] to the wolves, throw [sb] to the lions v expr figurative (force [sb] into a dangerous situation)把…送上绝路；将...逼入险境throw your hat into the ring v expr figurative (enter a contest)参加比赛；加入竞赛the tide of [sth] n figurative (current tendency: of opinion, etc.) (比喻)潮流，趋势，倾向The tide of public emotion was changing as more details of the story emerged.随着更多的信息浮出水面，公众情绪的倾向也在改变。tie the knot v expr figurative, informal (get married)结婚；主持婚礼When is your sister going to tie the knot?tighten the screws v expr figurative (put pressure on [sb])增加压力；给...压力the time of your life expr (best experience in lifetime)一辈子最好的体验；一生最好的经历I often look back at that period and think it was the time of my life.Nancy is having the time of her life in Italy.be the tip of the iceberg v expr figurative (be only small part of larger problem)冰山一角tip the scale, turn the scale (US), tip the scales, turn the scales (UK) v expr figurative (cause [sth] to be more likely)起决定作用；打破平衡Titanic, the Titanic n historical (passenger ship that sank)泰坦尼克号The Titanic, though deemed unsinkable, sank on its very first voyage.to beat the band expr US, informal, figurative (to a high degree)令人惊叹；了不起to say the least adv (at the minimum)退一步说；至少He was a bit taken aback, to say the least.Her comment was highly inappropriate, to say the least.to tell the truth expr (honestly)老实说；说实话To tell the truth, the show wasn't very good.to the best of my knowledge, to the best of [sb]'s knowledge expr (as far as I know)据我所知To the best of my knowledge, all of the coffee shops in the city close before 9:00 p.m.to the best of your ability adv (as well as you can)尽你所能Just look after the dog to the best of your ability.to the bitter end, until the bitter end expr (until the difficult end of [sth]) (比喻，艰难之事)到底，到最终They vowed to fight to the bitter end.to the brim adv (to the very top) (溢满至)到了边缘地；（斟）满地；到顶地；到了极限地The cup was full to the brim and I spilled some of the coffee when I tried to carry it across the room.to the brim adv figurative (as much as possible)洋溢着地；充满着地Michelle was full to the brim with the joy of living.to the contrary adv (indicating the opposite)相反地；恰恰相反地to the core, to your core expr figurative (thoroughly)彻底地，十足地，地道地Her views make it very plain that she's Conservative to the core.to the detriment of [sth/sb] prep (causing harm, damage)严重伤害；严重损害to the end of the earth, to the ends of the earth expr figurative (to any or every place)到天涯海角My love is boundless! - I'll follow you to the ends of the earth!to the extreme adv (to the most excessive degree)极端地Jason's paintings exhibit a similar sense of anger, but he takes it to the extreme.to the fore adv (to the front)在前面，处于显要地位；在近处，在手边I asked for volunteers to step to the fore.to the fore adv figurative (issue: evident)在前面，处于显要地位；在近处，在手边The Michael Brown killing brought racial tensions back to the fore.to the full adv (completely)充分地，完全地They enjoyed their new-found freedom to the full.to the full extent adv (to the maximum degree)最大程度地；充分地to the fullest adv (to the maximum degree)最充分地，最大程度地be to the good, be all to the good v expr (be a welcome outcome)好结果；好事When we explained what had happened, we didn't have to pay the fine after all, which was all to the good.to the good expr (in profit)盈利Once Lisa had counted the money from her lemonade sale, and subtracted what she'd spent on ingredients, she saw that she was $20 to the good.to the good expr (ahead)领先Our team was a goal to the good at half-time.to the heart of [sth] adv (to the centre, middle of [sth])指向…的实质（核心）The explorers made their way to the heart of the jungle.to the heart of [sth] adv figurative (to the crux of [sth])指向…的实质（核心）He wasted no time in getting to the heart of the problem.to the hilt adv figurative (to the extreme)极端地I will back you to the hilt.to the hilt adv (knife: to the handle) (刀)刀柄端He ran the blade in right to the hilt.to the left adv (on or towards the left-hand side)向左边He was going to the left.to the letter expr (literally)不折不扣；毫厘不爽He followed Mr. Wilson's instructions to the letter.to the letter expr figurative (precisely, exactly)不折不扣；毫厘不爽The illiterate slave followed his master's instructions to the letter.to the limit adv (to the extreme)到极限The car thief took things to the limit and wound up killing a man.to the limit adv (as much as is permitted)到允许上限地He only ever drinks to the limit when he's driving.to the marrow adv figurative (deeply)彻底；透彻We'd been hiking for hours in the drizzle and were chilled to the marrow.to the max adv informal, abbreviation (to the maximum level or degree)最大程度地；完全Helena had enjoyed herself to the max at the party.to the naked eye expr (without use of optical aids)肉眼看到地；就肉眼看来On a clear night, Jupiter is visible to the naked eye.to the point adj (on topic)切题的Professor Adams is not always to the point when he speaks.亚当斯教授讲话时并总是切题的。to the point of exhaustion adv (until extremely tired)直到精疲力竭地She ran to the point of exhaustion.to the rear adv (towards the back)向后地The photographer asked all the tall people to move to the rear of the group. Step to the rear!to the right adv (on the right-hand side)在右边If you keep on going to the right, you'll eventually end up on the main road.to the right adv (to or towards the right-hand side)向右边Owing to a leg injury, Nelson leans slightly to the right.to the same extent adv (to a similar or identical degree)达到相同程度；在相同程度上to the side adv (laterally, sideways)向一侧地；向旁边Turn off to the side and you should find the bakery.to the side, to one side adv (aside, out of the way)放到一边，抛开，弃置He put it to the side because it was useless.to the skies adv figurative (extremely highly)很高地；快顶到天The critics praised his latest film to the skies.to the tune of expr informal, figurative (in the amount of)达到…数量，价值达They've conned the company to the tune of several hundred thousand pounds.The new car set him back to the tune of $30,000.toad-in-the-hole n UK (British sausage dish) (英国料理)面裹烤香肠toad-in-the-hole, egg-in-the-basket n US (egg cooked in bread)吐司煎蛋；吐司包蛋the toast of [sth] n figurative (hero, celebrated person)英雄；明星After he saved the kittens from the fire, Mike became the toast of the town.toast of the town n (celebrated person)名人；受敬仰的人toe the line v expr figurative (conform)循规蹈矩；遵守规则The boss told the new employee that he would do well as long as he toed the line.the tomb n literary (death)死亡The innkeeper was terrified, thinking he could hear voices from beyond the tomb.too many cooks spoil the broth expr figurative (projects fail with many people involved)人多误事；人多反倒误事too many cooks spoil the broth 人多误事tools of the trade npl (what you need to do a job)谋生工具；谋生手段What are the tools of the trade if you are a plumber?toot your horn, toot the horn v expr (car horn: sound)鸣喇叭；使发出嘟嘟声You should toot the horn if someone cuts in front of you!the teeth of [sth] n figurative (most violent part)…最猛烈的部分；…最狂暴的部分备注: Used with a singular verbthe tops npl slang (the best)精华；最佳部分，最棒的Thanks for all my birthday presents; you're the tops!感谢大家送的生日礼物，你们是最棒的！the top brass, the brass hats n figurative, informal (highest-ranking officials)高级长官, 高级军官I'm pretty sure this report won't satisfy the top brass. Look sharp – the top brass are taking a tour of the factory floor.the top drawer n (highest compartment in a cabinet, etc.)最上层的抽屉top left, the top left n (upper left-hand area)左上方部分be top of the class v expr (have higher grades than classmates)位居前列；成绩一流come top of the class v expr (achieve higher grades than classmates)取得一流成绩；排名前列top of the line, top-of-the-line adj (of the best quality)一流的，上等的；最佳的，最优的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounThese boots are expensive because they're top of the line.top of the street n UK (higher end of road) (街道)较高的地区，高处They live at the top of the street.top right, the top right n (upper right-hand area)右上角top-of-the-range, top of the range adj (de luxe, expensive)顶级的；高端的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the noun.the Tories npl UK, informal (British Conservative Party) (英国)保守党；托利党Many of the Tories voted against the bill.the Tour de France n (French annual bicycle race)环法自行车赛toward the end, towards the end adv (in the final stages)最后；最终toward the end of [sth], towards the end of [sth] expr (in the final stages of [sth])某事的末尾；某事的最后trace the origin of [sth] v expr (find the source of)追溯…的起源Ian tried in vain to trace the origin of the slanderous rumor.Doctors are hoping to trace the origin of the salmonella outbreak.trace the origin of [sth] v expr (learn the ancestry of)追溯…的起源The internet makes the task of tracing the origins of your family much easier.the trades npl (business: manual work)手工行业；手工业After completing an apprenticeship, he got a job in the trades.学徒期满之后，他在手工行业内找到了一份工作。the trammels of [sth] npl figurative, literary ([sth] that restrains)约束物, 束缚物the Transfiguration n Biblical (appearance of Christ to disciples) (基督教)主显圣容the trappings, the trappings of [sth] npl (conventional symbols, empty forms)象征性的符号tread the boards v expr figurative (act on stage)上台表演；上台演出The actress had longed to tread the boards since she had been a child.tricks of the trade npl (expert techniques)生意经，做生意的诀窍；成功的诀窍She'll be spending the first three weeks learning the tricks of the trade.the Trinity n (Holy Trinity)三位一体Christians believe in the divinity of the Trinity.the tropics npl (region between tropical latitudes)热带For their honeymoon, the Parkers spent two weeks in the tropics.the trots npl slang (diarrhoea)腹泻, 拉肚子Shane got the trots from eating too much oily food.the Troubles npl UK, Ire (political strife)内乱, 动乱I lived in Belfast throughout the Troubles.true to the spirit adj (in keeping with [sth])反映本质的I think his interpretation of the song was true to the spirit of the original.truth, the truth n (truthfulness)真话；真相She is a believer in telling the truth, and never lies.她坚信人应该说真话，从不撒谎。try [sb]'s patience, try the patience of [sb] v expr (become tiresome)考验某人的耐心；消磨某人的耐心the tube n slang (television)电视；电视机The kids spend all day glued to the tube; they should get outside and play in the fresh air.小孩应该去玩，享受新鲜空气，不该整天看电视。the turf n (track for horse racing)赛马场；跑马场the turf n informal (horse racing)赛马turn back the clock v expr figurative (restore youth)把钟拨慢；倒退When she reached the age of 80 she became desperate to turn back the clock.Nora hoped that plastic surgery would turn back the clock for her.turn back the clock v expr figurative (revert)把钟拨慢；倒退The restore function in my computer turns back the clock to reset the software.turn of the century n (point when one century becomes another)世纪之交At the turn of the century Queen Victoria was still on the throne.turn on the light v expr (switch the light on)开灯；打开灯I always turn on the light when I walk into the room.turn the corner v expr figurative (get past an obstacle) (比喻)好转, 渡过难关, 转危为安He's in a serious condition but we're hoping he'll turn the corner by morning.turn the other cheek v expr figurative (not retaliate)甘愿挨打；甘心忍受；不予回击She was being extremely rude but I decided to turn the other cheek.turn the tables v expr figurative (take revenge) (比喻)复仇turn the tables on [sb] vtr figurative (take revenge on)转而占…的上风I'd been badmouthing my colleague for months, in the hope of beating her to a promotion, but she turned the tables on me by telling the boss about all the paperwork I hadn't done.turn the tables on [sth/sb] vtr (reverse relative positions of)扭转…的局势turn the tide v expr figurative (change the course of [sth])扭转形势；扭转潮流The USA's decision to enter the war helped to turn the tide and enabled the Allies to gain victory.a turn up for the books n ([sth] surprising)意想不到的事情；意料之外的事twelfth, 12th, the twelfth, the 12th n (in a series, list: 12th item, person) (列表上)第十二个，第十二号The fifth-place team dropped to twelfth this year.the twelfth, the 12th n (twelfth day of the month) (日期)十二号，十二日Can we meet again on the twelfth?我们能在十二号再见一次面吗？the twelfth of, 12th, 12th of, the 12th, the 12th of n UK (twelfth day of specified month)一个月的第十二天备注: The written form "12 August" may also be used.We're leaving for a fortnight in Greece on the twelfth of August.the Twelfth, XII n (12th monarch with specified name)第十二任君王或皇帝备注: 'XII' is spoken as "the Twelfth"Charles the Twelfth ruled Sweden until 1718.twentieth, 20th, the twentieth, the 20th n (in a series, list: 20th item, person) (列表上)第二十个，第二十号Move their names down to nineteenth and twentieth.the twentieth, the 20th n (twentieth day of the month) (日期)二十号，二十日I'll be away from home on the twentieth.我二十号不在家。the twentieth of, 20th, 20th of, the 20th, the 20th of n UK (twentieth day of specified month) (日期)20日，20号I was born on 20th September, so I'm a Virgo.the twenties, the '20s npl (decade: 1920s)二十年代Flapper fashion was popular during the twenties.二十年代时飞来波时尚非常流行。twenty-eighth, 28th, the twenty-eighth, the 28th n (in a series, list: 28th item, person)第二十八the twenty-eighth, the 28th n (twenty-eighth day of the month)28日，28号the twenty-eighth of, 28th, 28th of, the 28th, the 28th of n UK (twenty-eighth day of specified month)28日，28号备注: The written form "28 August" may also be used.My daughter was born on the 28th August.twenty-fifth, 25th, the twenty-fifth, the 25th n (in a series, list: 25th item, person)第二十五个the twenty-fifth, the 25th n (twenty-fifth day of the month)二十五号Christmas Day is always on the 25th.the twenty-fifth of, 25th, 25th of, the 25th, the 25th of n UK (twenty-fifth day of specified month)二十五号备注: The written form "25 April" may also be used.I've got tickets to see my favourite band in concert on the April the 25th.twenty-first, 21st, the twenty-first, the 21st n (in a series, list: 21st item, person)第21Jack was the twenty-first out of twenty-two people to win an award that night.the twenty-first, the 21st n (twenty-first day of the month)21号Is today the twenty-first?今天是21号吗？the twenty-first of, 21st, 21st of, the 21st, the 21st of n UK (twenty-first day of specified month)…月的21号备注: The written form "21 April" may also be used.I'm afraid Mr. Cooper is away, and won't be back until the 21st of April.twenty-fourth, 24th, the twenty-fourth, the 24th n (in a series, list: 24th item, person)第二十四the twenty-fourth, the 24th n (twenty-fourth day of the month)24日，24号Melanie's baby was due on the twenty-fourth, but five days later, she's still waiting!the twenty-fourth of, 24th, 24th of, the 24th, the 24th of n UK (twenty-fourth day of specified month)24日，24号备注: The written form "24 July" may also be used.Chris and Jo are getting married on the 24th July.twenty-ninth, 29th, the twenty-ninth, the 29th n (in a series, list: 29th item, person)第29the twenty-ninth, the 29th n (twenty-ninth day of the month)29日，29号the twenty-ninth of, 29th, 29th of, the 29th, the 29th of n UK (twenty-ninth day of specified month)29日，29号备注: The written form "29 August" may also be used.The baby was due on the 29th of August, but she was born three days early.twenty-second, 22nd, the twenty-second, the 22nd n (in a series, list: 22nd item, person)第二十二the twenty-second, the 22nd n (twenty-second day of the month)二十二号the twenty-second of, 22nd, 22nd of, the 22nd, the 22nd of n UK (twenty-second day of specified month)二十二号备注: The written form "22 January" may also be used.The agreement was signed on the twenty-second of January 1982.twenty-seventh, 27th, the twenty-seventh, the 27th n (in a series, list: 27th item, person)第二十七the twenty-seventh, the 27th n (twenty-seventh day of the month)二十七日the twenty-seventh of, 27th, 27th of, the 27th, the 27th of n UK (twenty-seventh day of specified month)二十七日备注: The written form "27 May" may also be used.Don't forget to vote on 27th of May!twenty-sixth, 26th, the twenty-sixth, the 26th n (in a series, list: 26th item, person)第二十六the twenty-sixth, the 26th n (twenty-sixth day of the month)二十六日the twenty-sixth of, 26th, 26th of, the 26th, the 26th of n UK (twenty-sixth day of specified month)二十六日备注: The written form "26 December" may also be used.In the UK, we call the twenty-sixth of December "Boxing Day".twenty-third, 23rd, the twenty-third, the 23rd adj (item, person: 23rd in a series or list) (项目、物件、人等)第 23 个的twenty-third, 23rd, the twenty-third, the 23rd n (in a series, list: 23rd item, person)第 23 个the twenty-third, the 23rd n (twenty-third day of the month) (日期)这个月 23 日Sorry I missed your birthday; I thought it was the 23rd, not the 21st.the twenty-third of, 23rd, 23rd of, the 23rd, the 23rd of n UK (twenty-third day of specified month) (某个月的)23 日备注: The written form "23 May" may also be used.The 23rd of May marks ten years since we moved into this house.two sides of the same coin npl figurative (opposite but connected ideas)看待事物的两种角度；同一事物的两面tyranny of the majority n (democracy's threat to individual rights)多数暴政；多数人的暴政；多数派的专制The United States Bill of Rights was written to protect citizens from a tyranny of the majority.the Tyrol, the Tirol n (Austrian state) (奥地利)蒂罗尔，蒂罗尔州UK, the UK n initialism (United Kingdom) (联合王国：英格兰、苏格兰与爱尔兰)英国How long have you lived in the UK?the ultimate n (final, most extreme)极致；最极端的程度She considered silk sheets the ultimate in luxury.她认为丝绸床单是极致奢华。the umbrella of ([sth/sb]) n figurative (protection) (比喻)保护伞A number of singers work under the umbrella of this agency.好几名歌手都在这家中介的照应下工作。UN, the UN n initialism (United Nations) (United Nations 首字母缩写)联合国The UN has issued a statement condemning the violence.the unborn npl (babies still in utero)尚未出生；尚未出世The politician supports legislation that protects the unborn and places restrictions on abortion.unconscious, the unconscious n (source of dreams, emotions)无意识She believed that the dream was a message from her unconscious.the undead n (fiction: dead but reanimated creatures) (小说中虚构的吸血鬼等)死后还能活动的怪物，不死生物When the undead attacked, no one knew what to do.under cover of [sth], under the cover of [sth] expr (concealed)在…的掩护下；打着…的幌子Under cover of legitimate businesses, the Mob continued its illegal activities.under the aegis of [sth/sb], under the egis of [sth/sb] expr formal (guided or protected by) (正式用语)受…保护；在…庇护之下；受...支持的This child is now under the aegis of the court.under the auspices of [sb/sth] prep (being guided, protected by)在…支持之下；得到…的帮助或赞助under the authority of [sb/sth] expr (being guided by)经…批准，经…允许under the authority of [sb/sth] expr (within the control of)受…管辖；受...控制under the circumstances adv (in view of the situation)在这种情况下Under the circumstances, we have no other choice but to expel John from school.under the cloak of [sth] expr (being protected by)在…的掩护下；被…隐匿The candidate accused her opponent of pursuing his own interests under the cloak of patriotism.该候选人指控她的对手披着爱国主义的伪装来追求个人利益。under-the-counter adj figurative (secret, illegal) (交易等)私下地，偷偷地Alan had done an under-the-counter deal to obtain a supply of contraband cigarettes.under the counter adv figurative (secretly, illegally) (交易等)私下地，偷偷地She was being paid under the counter so she avoided paying taxes.under the eyes of [sb] prep (observed)在…的眼皮底下；在…的监视之下Under the eyes of his tutor, James became the smartest kid in his school.under the gun expr figurative (pressured to do [sth])被迫做某事，迫于压力做某事under the influence adj (affected or controlled)受…影响的Under the influence of communist rhetoric, Peter refused to consider the positive aspects of capitalism.under the influence adj (intoxicated)喝醉的；醉酒的；被酒精影响的He got pulled over by the police because he was driving while under the influence.under the law adv (from a legal point of view)根据法律规定under the leadership of [sb], under [sb]'s leadership expr (with [sb]'s management or guidance)在某人的领导下under the protection of prep (being guided or supported by)被…保护；得到…的保护；处于…的保护之下under the pump expr AU, informal (under pressure)有压力；处于压力之下under the radar expr figurative, informal (undetected)隐秘；隐匿；不引人注意的under the stars adv (outdoors, in the open air)在星空下；露天地；户外地I love sleeping outside under the stars.under the sun adv (in the solar system)太阳底下；世界上I've tried everything under the sun, and I still can't find a solution.under the surface adv (beneath the top layer)表面下She maintains a calm exterior but harbors a lot of anger just under the surface.under the table adv figurative, informal (secret, illegal)私下；暗地里The construction foreman pays his day laborers under the table.under the table adv figurative, informal (drunk)私下；暗地里I don't really remember the party; I think I spent most of it under the table.under the weather adj figurative, informal (unwell)不舒服；略感不适I didn't go to work today because I was feeling under the weather.我今天没去上班，因为感觉不舒服。under the wing of expr (guided or protected by)在…的保护下；在…的庇护下The young student made rapid progress after he was taken under the wing of the master chef.under the wire, just under the wire expr US, figurative, informal (barely in time)刚好在最后期限前，恰好来得及I managed to get my book report in under the wire.underground, the underground n (London underground trains) (伦敦)地铁Rachel took the underground to Liverpool Street. I always travel by underground when I'm in London; it's the easiest way to get around.雷切尔乘坐地铁前往利物浦街。我在伦敦时，出门总是坐地铁，这是最方便的出行方式。usage: ‘underground’Some speakers of British English also use subway to refer to a British railway system like this, but the London and Glasgow systems are usually called the underground. The London system is also called the tube. He crossed London by underground.You can take the tube to Green Park and then walk.the underprivileged npl (deprived people)弱势阶层；社会底层Critics say that the welfare cuts will cause financial problems for the underprivileged.the undersigned npl (those who have signed)签字人；签名者We, the undersigned, demand that action be taken.the underworld n (mythology: world of the dead) (神话)阴间, 阴曹地府；地狱People were once believed to live in the underworld after death.the unemployed npl (jobless people)失业者；失业人员Government figures show that the unemployed are starting to find jobs.政府数据显示，失业人员正在开始找工作。the uninitiated npl (people unfamiliar with [sth])不熟悉情况的人Kathy is writing a guide to homeopathy for the uninitiated.the Union n US (North in Civil War) (南北战争期间)联邦During the American Civil War, the Union was opposed to the Confederacy.the Union n (England and Scotland) (英格兰和苏格兰)联合王国There was a referendum in 2014 to decide whether or not to dissolve the Union.the United States, the United States of America n (North American republic)美国；美利坚合众国The United States of America is the fourth largest country in the world.美国是世界上第四大的国家。the universe n (astronomy: all of space)宇宙Theories differ as to the size of the universe.the unknown n (region, experience: not familiar)未知区域；陌生地域The explorers loaded up their backpacks and set off into the unknown.the unseen n (what is invisible)看不见的东西In horror films, the unseen is often scarier than what is shown on the screen.until the last minute adv (to the final possible moment)等到最后一刻；等到火烧眉毛才做某事Don't wait until the last minute to buy your Christmas presents.the unwashed, the great unwashed npl figurative, pejorative (common people)普通人；一般人；普通百姓up in the air expr informal, figurative (uncertain)未定，悬而未决；非常激动，非常兴奋，十分气恼We may spend Christmas in Paris or Rome; our plans are still up in the air.up the creek adv figurative, slang (in or into trouble) (俚语)陷入麻烦地，窘困地up the duff expr UK, AU, slang (pregnant)怀孕的up the spout expr slang (pregnant) (俚语)大肚子；怀孕I hear Jenny's up the spout; apparently she's due in May.up to the job adj informal (capable)胜任工作Many people believe that our manager isn't up to the job.up to the mark adj (acceptably good)符合要求的；达到标准的My teacher told me that my work wasn't up to the mark.up to the minute, up-to-the-minute adj (extremely current)最新的；最新式的备注: Hyphens are used when the adjective precedes the nounThis TV network claims to provide the most up-to-the-minute news.up to the present adv (until now)直到现在；至今I've worked for six weeks but haven't been paid up to the present.up to the time of prep (before or until the era of)截止…时间为止；到…为止the upper class n (minor aristocracy)上流；上等阶层The upper class constitutes a small section of British society.上流阶层占据英国社会的一小部分。the upper crust n informal, figurative (wealthy people)有钱人，上流社会的人备注: A hyphen is used when the term modifies a nounOnly children from the upper crust go to that school.the upper middle class n (wealthy, highly-educated people)中上阶层Paying college tuitions nowadays can be difficult even for families in the upper middle class.uppermost, the uppermost, upmost adj (highest)最高的This picture shows the view from our uppermost balcony.uppermost, the uppermost, upmost adj figurative (prominent, primary)最主要的Safety should be an automobile designer's uppermost consideration.the US, the U.S. n initialism (United States)美国USA, the USA n initialism (United States of America)美利坚合众国；美国Joe's family emigrated from Italy to the USA in the 1950s.the USSR n historical, initialism (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) (首字母缩写，历史用语)苏维埃社会主义共和国联盟，苏联The USSR was divided into 15 separate republics.the usual n (same thing as always)通常；平常；惯常Ben asked Adam what he had been doing lately. "Nothing much," was the reply. "Just the usual."本问亚当最近都干了些什么。“没什么，”亚当回答说，“就是平常那些事。”the usual, [sb]'s usual n (same drink as always)和平时一样的饮品；常点的饮品Dan asked the barkeeper for his usual.丹向酒店老板要了平时常点的酒。vacate the premises v expr (leave a building empty)疏散；从现场疏散A police officer ordered everyone to vacate the premises.the van n abbreviation, figurative (vanguard: forefront)前沿the vanguard n figurative (leading edge)先锋；先驱Women are increasingly becoming the vanguard of resistance to violence.vault, the vault n uncountable (gym event, activity) (体操)跳马运动, 跳马In the gymnastics championships, Lena came second in the vault.在体操冠军赛的跳马项目中，莲娜获得了亚军。the vernacular n (colloquial language)地方话, 土语, 方言The author made a deliberate choice to use the vernacular in his novel.the Vietnam War n (1960s conflict)越南战争the Vietnamese npl (people of Vietnam)越南人The Vietnamese are made up of dozens of ethnic groups.violate the law v expr (do [sth] illegal, commit an offence)违法If you violate the law (and get caught) you may go to jail.the Virgin n (religion: Mary, mother of Christ) (宗教)圣母马利亚Margret has an image of the Virgin hanging in her living room.vision of the future n (business strategy or plan) (公司)未来愿景，长远规划The Visitation n (Biblical: apparition of Mary)圣母往见The Visitation n (Christianity: feast day)圣母往见日the visually impaired npl (people who cannot see normally)视力障碍人士the void n (emptiness)虚空；空旷；空间The satellite continued into the void.卫星继续飞入虚空之中。the Wailing Wall, the Western Wall n (Judaism: sacred wall in Jerusalem) (耶路撒冷的犹太教圣地)哭墙The Wailing Wall is a very holy place for observant Jews.对于正统犹太教徒来说，哭墙是一个非常神圣的地方。walk a tightrope, walk the tightrope v expr figurative (be in a precarious position) (比喻情况危险)走钢丝；如履薄冰walk down the aisle, go down the aisle v expr (get married)结婚walk [sb] down the aisle v expr (lead bride to altar)领着新娘走向舞台On her wedding day, Joanna's father walked her down the aisle.a walk in the park n figurative (very easy)非常容易的事；做起来轻松的事Now we've worked out how to deal with the problems, the rest of this project should be a walk in the park.walk the dog v expr (walk with pet dog for exercise)遛狗I walk the dog every day.我每天都遛狗。walk the line v expr figurative (be in a precarious position)岌岌可危；风雨摇摆walk the line v expr (behave in a moral or socially acceptable manner)谨守礼法；遵守规范walk the plank v expr historical (be forced overboard a ship)被迫跳船walk the plank v expr figurative, informal (be forced to leave)被迫离职walk the walk, walk the talk v expr figurative, informal (do as one preaches or boasts of doing)付诸行动，说做就做，言行一致备注: Often used in combination with "talk the talk": We must not only talk the talk, but also walk the walk.the walking wounded n (military: injured but able to walk)能够行走的伤兵the walking wounded n figurative (emotionally damaged people)有心理创伤的人the warm n (surrounding warmth)暖和的地方You must be cold! Come into the warm.the Wash n UK (English estuary) (英国海湾)沃什湾Our house in Norfolk looks out over the Wash.water the plants v expr (feed plants using a watering can or hose)给植物浇水water under the bridge, US also: water over the dam expr (passed and unimportant)无法挽回的过去；无法改变的事wave of the future (trend of development)未来趋势；发展趋势the way, the way that, the way in which n (method of doing [sth])做…的方法Show me the way you knead dough.请向我展示你揉面的方法。usage: ‘way’You use way to refer to the thing or series of things that someone does in order to achieve a particular result. You can talk about a way of doing something or a way to do it. There is no difference in meaning.This is the most effective way of helping the unemployed.What is the best way to help a child with reading problems?Be carefulIf you use a possessive with way, you must use of and an -ing form after it. I have to fit in with her way of doing things.They are part of the author's way of telling his story.Be carefulDon't use a to-infinitive. Don't say, for example, ‘I have to fit in with her way to do things’. the way n (preferred, recognised route)路线I don't know the way to the pharmacy.我不知道去药店的路。the way out n (exit)出口；出路备注: A hyphen is used when the term is an adjective that precedes the nounThe way out is at the back of the building.There didn't seem to be a way out of the Minotaur's maze.出口在大楼的后面。/ /弥诺陶洛斯迷宫似乎没有出路。weak at the knees adj informal (overcome by attraction to [sb]) (由于被某人吸引)两腿发软的weak at the knees adj informal (overcome by fear or nerves) (由于恐惧或紧张)两腿发软的wealthy person, plural: wealthy people, the wealthy n ([sb] rich)有钱人A lot of wealthy people live in this part of town.wear the pants (US), wear the trousers (UK) v expr figurative (have control of [sth])当家，掌权weather the storm v expr figurative (endure tough experience) (比喻)渡过难关The entire world is weathering the storm of the financial crisis.the web, the Web n informal (internet) (非正式用语)网，互联网I bought the tickets on the web.我在网上买了几张票。the weed n informal (tobacco)烟草；烟叶Don is addicted to the weed; he smokes 40 a day.唐有烟瘾，每天抽40根。weigh the consequences v expr (compare possible outcomes)考虑可能的结果；掂量后果Welcome to the club! interj informal, figurative (we have the same experience)我也是！；我们也是！the Welsh npl (Welsh people)威尔士人The Welsh are known for their excellent men's choirs.威尔士人的男声合唱团天下闻名。West, the West n (western USA)美国西部Seattle is in the West.West, the West n (First World countries)西方国家Energy consumption is much higher in the West.wet behind the ears adj figurative (person: inexperienced)乳臭未干；缺乏经验；少不更事That's a laugh, you, trying to give me advice about women when you are still wet behind the ears.wet behind the ears adj (animal: just born)乳臭未干；刚出生wet the bed v expr (urinate in one's sleep)尿床what the deuce interj informal, euphemism, dated (surprise, bewilderment)究竟，到底；真见鬼！活见鬼！What the deuce has gone on here?What the d***ens? interj euphemism, dated (surprise, bewilderment)究竟，到底；我的天啊What the d***ens was all that about?What the f***? interj vulgar, offensive, slang (disbelief)妈的，见鬼Julie saw the damage to her brand new car and exclaimed, "What the f***?"朱莉看到她的新车损坏，喊道：“见鬼！”What the f***? interj vulgar, offensive, slang (incomprehension)搞什么？；到底怎么回事？"What the f***?" said Eugene, staring at the instructions and scratching his head.“搞什么？”尤金说，看着手头的说明书，不住地挠头。what the f*** expr vulgar, offensive, slang (what)什么What the f*** do you think you're doing?你到底在做什么？What the heck? What the devil? interj slang (disbelief, incomprehension)搞什么鬼？what the heck, what the devil pron slang (incomprehension)究竟I don't know what the heck is taking him so long.what the heck, what the devil expr slang (what)怎么回事What the heck is going on here?what the hell? interj slang, potentially offensive (bewilderment)搞什么鬼；怎么回事The boss is piling all the rest of his office furniture on top of his desk – what the hell?what the hell expr slang, potentially offensive (incomprehension)…到底怎么回事？What the hell is going on here?what the hell pron slang, potentially offensive (what)什么I'm not sure what the hell's been happening here, but you've got some explaining to do!what the hell pron slang, potentially offensive (whatever)无论什么；任何事；任何东西备注: 语气稍带冒犯You can do what the hell you want. See if I care.what the hell interj slang (resignation)管他呢；无所谓了；去他的I don't want to do it, but what the hell?What's good for the goose is good for the gander, What's sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander expr figurative ([sth] should apply equally)一律平等；同样适用What's the matter? expr (What is wrong?)出什么事了？；怎么了？whatever the cost adv (no matter what is required)不计代价We'll try to free the hostage whatever the cost.When in Rome ..., When in Rome, do as the Romans do expr (act according to local customs)入乡随俗when the chips are down adv informal, figurative (in a difficult situation) (非正式用语，比喻)最后，结果，尘埃落定When the chips are down, are you brave enough to keep going?whistle past the graveyard v expr US, figurative (put on a brave face)强装无视；假装自信the White House n (official residence of US President) (美国)白宫President Obama and family were the residents of the White House from January 2009 to January 2017.the white man n dated, uncountable (Caucasian people collectively) (统称)白人the whole of [sth] n (entirety)全部；所有；全体The whole of the company will be there for the ceremony.全公司的人都会参加仪式。the whole nine yards expr (everything possible)全部；一切the whole shebang n informal ([sth] in its entirety)全部，全套，一切；全套装备；整个事情，整件事情Rupert has a great life: a high-paying job, a nice car, a beautiful wife--the whole shebang!the whole time n (entire duration)一直；一贯why, the why of [sth] n often plural (reason, cause)原因；理由They are curious about the why of our decision.the whys and wherefores npl (reasons)原因和理由wide, wide of the target, wide of the mark adj (shot: off-target)远离目标的；偏离目标的；偏差得远的The shot was wide of the target.这一击离靶子很远。wide of the mark adj figurative (guess: inaccurate) (猜测)离谱的Catherine tried to guess the price of the watch, but she was wide of the mark.wide of the mark adj (shot: missing the target) (射击、射箭)偏靶的The archer's first shot at the target was wide of the mark.the wild n (uninhabited place)野外；荒野；野地Tigers live in the wild.老虎栖息在野外。will-o'-the-wisp, ignis fatuus, friar's lantern, jack-o'-lantern n (ghost light)鬼火will-o'-the-wisp n figurative ([sth/sb] elusive)不可捉摸的人；虚无之物will-o'-the-wisp, ignis fatuus, friar's lantern, jack-o'-lantern n as adj (relating to a ghost light)难以捉摸的；鬼火的；变幻莫测的Strange will-o'-the-wisp lights moved over the marshes at night.William the Conqueror n (11th-century King of England)征服者威廉the willies npl informal (fright, the creeps)紧张；害怕That movie gave me the willies.win the affection of [sb], win [sb]'s affection v expr (seduce, make [sb] love you)赢得...的喜爱win the day v expr figurative (triumph)战胜；打胜Honesty wins the day in business dealings.It was Nelson who won the day at the Battle of Trafalgar.win the election v expr (be voted into power)赢得选举The Labour party is expected to win the election.win the prize v expr (sport: take first place)赢得大奖She may not be the smartest, but she certainly wins the prize for most dedicated.wind up in [sb]'s pocket, wind up in the pocket of [sb] v expr US, figurative, informal (be controlled) (比喻)落入…的口袋之中winter, the winter n (coldest season)冬天；冬季It was one of the coldest winters on record.In parts of South Africa it snows in winter.那是记录在案的最冷的冬天之一。 // 在部分南非地区，冬天也下雪。wipe the floor with [sb], mop the floor with [sb] v expr figurative, informal (easily defeat)轻松击败；轻松打败wipe the slate clean v expr figurative (begin afresh)把过去的恩怨或债务等一笔勾消；尽释前嫌Let's just wipe the slate clean and forget about past mistakes.the wireless n UK, dated (radio)收音机Before TV and the internet, people had the wireless.The Wisper n (river in Germany) (德国)维斯珀河with compliments, with [sb]'s compliments, with the compliments of [sb] adv (free of charge, as a goodwill gesture)作为...谨赠；不吝赞扬with the aid of [sb/sth] prep (helped by [sb], [sth])在...的帮助下；在...的支持下with the exception of prep (except for, save)除了…以外with the help of [sth/sb] prep (assisted by)在…的帮助之下With the help of a wheelchair, I can get around just fine.with the intention of prep (so as to)抱有...的目的；为了with the naked eye expr (without use of optical aids)用肉眼看Microbes cannot be seen with the naked eye; you need a microscope.the Withdrawal Agreement n (terms of UK leaving EU)退欧协议；脱欧协议within the law adv (legally, lawfully)在法律允许范围内Most people are quite happy to live within the law.within the law adj (legal, lawful)合法的All the bank's financial maneuvers were technically within the law.woman of the world n (sophisticated woman)惯于社交的妇；饱经世故的女人My Aunt Charlotte was really a woman of the world.wonder of the world, Wonder of the World n often plural (ancient landmark or feature)世界奇迹；世界奇观the works expr informal (everything)全套配置；全套设备He dreamed of buying a shiny new car with the works.他梦想买一辆崭新的带全套设备的车。the works expr informal (unpleasant treatment)折磨；苦头She forgot his birthday, and he gave her the works.她忘记了他的生日，所以他让她尝尽了苦头。work your fingers to the bone v expr figurative (work very hard)拼命工作；死命工作work yourself into the ground v expr figurative (do too much)拼命工作He's working himself into the ground, doing three hours of overtime each night.the world n (planet Earth)世界；全球；地球The world's environment is fragile.全球环境非常脆弱。the world n (humanity, society)人类社会；人类The world will not survive a nuclear war.人类社会是受不了核战争的。the world n figurative (everybody, the public)世人；公众There will be a scandal when the world hears about this.the World Wide Web n (internet, the Net)万维网；英特网The World Wide Web was developed as a way of sharing research papers.worst, the worst n (least favourable [sth])最坏的情况；最糟糕的事情Hope for the best, but expect the worst.worth the money adj (good enough to merit its cost)值这些钱的；物有所值的Flying may be more expensive, but it's worth the money if you want to avoid traffic.worth the risk adj (meriting possible danger or loss)值得冒险的Scientists who chase tornadoes believe that the amount of information they gather makes it worth the risk.the wounded npl (people)伤者；伤员Two of the wounded were discharged from the hospital the next day.the wrong end of the stick expr (mistaken idea)搞错；误解；弄错I'm not having an affair with your wife! I was just comforting her because she was upset; you've got hold of the wrong end of the stick.the wrong side of the tracks expr (poor section of city)城市贫民区；穷人区the wrong way expr (incorrectly)错误地；误入歧途the Y n informal (YMCA, YWCA, YMHA, YWHA) (非正式用语)基督教青年会；基督教女青年会；希伯来教女青年会；希伯来教青年会the Y n US, informal, abbreviation (YMCA)基督教青年会The young man spent some time at the Y after his parents threw him out.the Yellow Book n informal (rulebook for the London Stock Exchange) (伦敦股票交易所)上市规则the Yellow Book n (book giving CD specifications) (指CD规格)黄皮书；CD规格手册the yen n invariable (Japanese currency) (日本货币单位)日元The yen is one of the most traded currencies in the world.yeoman, Yeoman of the Guard n UK (Beefeater: royal guard)王室警卫The yeomen are the bodyguards of the British monarch.the yips n (sports: sudden loss of ability)易普症；运动失忆症the yoke of [sth/sb] n figurative (burden) (比喻)（处于）…的奴役之下，受…的束缚The employees found themselves under the yoke of a slave-driving boss.员工们发现，他们正受一名严苛残酷的老板的奴役。the young npl (young people)年轻人；青年The young will always refuse to listen to their parents.年轻人从来不听自己父母的话。the young at heart npl (people: youthful in spirit)人老心不老；年轻的心态the younger n (one born later)较年轻的那个；年纪较小的那个Which of the twin sisters is the younger?这对双胞套姐妹哪个更小？youngest, the youngest adj (superlative: young) (最高级)最年轻的，年龄最小的Who's the youngest employee in the company?youngest, the youngest adj (sibling, child: born last) (兄弟姐妹中)年龄最小的My youngest sister is 10 years my junior.youngest, the youngest n (last-born child) (兄弟姐妹中)最小的孩子，老幺The youngest of the family often gets the most attention.the youth npl (young people) (泛指)青年, 年轻人The youth of today have no manners!现在的年轻人真不懂礼貌！YWCA n initialism (Young Women's Christian Association)基督教女青年会YWHA n initialism (Young Women's Hebrew Association)希伯来教女青年会 |
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