weaponize
US /ˈwɛp.əˌnaɪz/
UK /ˈwɛp.əˌnaɪz/
動詞
1.
武器化, 使成為武器
to adapt for use as a weapon
範例:
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The scientists were accused of trying to weaponize the virus.
科學家被指控試圖將病毒武器化。
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They sought to weaponize their advanced technology.
他們試圖將先進技術武器化。
2.
武器化, 利用
to use something as a means of attack or defense, often in a metaphorical sense
範例:
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Politicians often try to weaponize public opinion.
政客們經常試圖將公眾輿論武器化。
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She learned to weaponize her past experiences to her advantage.
她學會了將過去的經歷武器化,為自己謀利。