break-in
US /ˈbreɪk.ɪn/
UK /ˈbreɪk.ɪn/
名詞
1.
入室盜竊, 闖入
an act of breaking into a building to commit a crime
範例:
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There was a break-in at the store last night.
昨晚商店發生了入室盜竊。
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Police are investigating the recent break-in at the museum.
警方正在調查博物館最近的入室盜竊案。
2.
磨合, 磨合期
the process of wearing in new shoes, equipment, or clothing until they are comfortable or function properly
範例:
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These new boots need a good break-in period.
這些新靴子需要一個很好的磨合期。
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The mechanic recommended a careful break-in for the new engine.
機械師建議新發動機進行仔細的磨合。
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