galvanize
US /ˈɡæl.və.naɪz/
UK /ˈɡæl.və.naɪz/
動詞
1.
激勵, 激發
to shock or excite someone into taking action
範例:
•
The urgency of the situation helped galvanize the community into action.
局勢的緊迫性有助於激勵社區採取行動。
•
The speech was designed to galvanize public opinion.
這次演講旨在激發公眾輿論。
2.
鍍鋅
to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc
範例:
•
They galvanize the steel to prevent it from rusting.
他們對鋼材進行鍍鋅處理以防生鏽。
•
The galvanized pipes are more durable for outdoor use.
鍍鋅管在戶外使用時更耐用。
在 Lingoland 學習這個單詞