essence
US /ˈes.əns/
UK /ˈes.əns/
1.
本質, 精髓, 要素
the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, especially something abstract, which determines its character
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The essence of his argument was that all people deserve equal rights.
他論點的精髓是所有人應享有平等的權利。
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Simplicity is the essence of good design.
簡潔是良好設計的精髓。
2.
香精, 精油, 提取物
a preparation of a plant or drug, especially an alcoholic solution of a volatile oil, used as a flavoring or scent
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Add a few drops of vanilla essence to the cake batter.
在蛋糕糊中加入幾滴香草精。
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She dabbed a little lavender essence behind her ears.
她在耳後塗了點薰衣草精油。