atlas
US /ˈæt.ləs/
UK /ˈæt.ləs/

名词
1.
地图集, 地图册
a book of maps or charts
示例:
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We consulted the atlas to find the shortest route.
我们查阅了地图集以找到最短路线。
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The new edition of the world atlas includes updated political boundaries.
世界地图集的新版本包括更新的政治边界。
2.
图谱, 图集
a collection of illustrations or plates, especially of medical or anatomical subjects, often with explanatory captions
示例:
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The medical student studied the human anatomy atlas.
医学生学习了人体解剖学图谱。
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This botanical atlas details various plant species.
这本植物图谱详细介绍了各种植物物种。
3.
寰椎, 第一颈椎
the first cervical vertebra of the neck, supporting the skull
示例:
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The atlas bone allows for the nodding motion of the head.
寰椎骨允许头部的点头运动。
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Injury to the atlas can be very serious.
寰椎损伤可能非常严重。
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