advent
US /ˈæd.vent/
UK /ˈæd.vent/
名词
1.
出现, 到来
the arrival of a notable person, thing, or event
示例:
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The advent of personal computers revolutionized the workplace.
个人电脑的出现彻底改变了工作场所。
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With the advent of spring, the flowers began to bloom.
随着春天的到来，花朵开始绽放。
2.
降临节
(in the Christian Church) the first season of the Christian church year, leading up to Christmas and commemorating the coming of Christ
示例:
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Many churches light an Advent wreath during this season.
许多教堂在这个季节点亮降临节花环。
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Children often open a chocolate calendar during Advent.
孩子们通常在降临节期间打开巧克力日历。
在 Lingoland 学习这个单词