appropriation
US /əˌproʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /əˌprəʊ.priˈeɪ.ʃən/
名词
1.
征用, 挪用
the action of taking something for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission
示例:
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The appropriation of land by the government caused widespread protest.
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Cultural appropriation is a sensitive topic in modern society.
2.
拨款, 拨付
the action of devoting money or assets to a special purpose
示例:
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The committee approved the appropriation of funds for the new library.
委员会批准了新图书馆的资金拨款。
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The government's annual appropriation bill outlines spending for various departments.