catapult

US /ˈkæt̬.ə.pʌlt/
UK /ˈkæt̬.ə.pʌlt/
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投石机, 弹射器

a device in which a tensioned arm is suddenly released to hurl a projectile

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The ancient army used a catapult to launch large stones at the castle walls.
古代军队使用投石机向城堡墙壁发射巨石。
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Modern aircraft carriers use steam-powered catapults to launch jets.
现代航空母舰使用蒸汽动力弹射器弹射喷气式飞机。
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弹射, 猛推

to hurl or launch (something) with or as if with a catapult

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The explosion catapulted debris high into the air.
爆炸将碎片弹射到空中。
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His new book catapulted him to international fame.
他的新书使他一举成名，享誉国际。
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