caustic
US /ˈkɑː.stɪk/
UK /ˈkɑː.stɪk/
形容词
1.
腐蚀性的, 苛性的
able to burn or corrode organic tissue by chemical action
示例:
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The chemical was so caustic that it dissolved the metal.
这种化学物质具有很强的腐蚀性，以至于溶解了金属。
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Handle the caustic solution with extreme care.
处理腐蚀性溶液时要格外小心。
2.
刻薄的, 尖刻的
sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way
示例:
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Her caustic remarks offended everyone in the room.
她刻薄的言论冒犯了房间里的每一个人。
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He delivered a caustic critique of the new policy.
他对新政策提出了尖刻的批评。
名词
1.
腐蚀剂
a caustic substance
示例:
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The lab technician carefully handled the caustic.
实验室技术员小心翼翼地处理着腐蚀剂。
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Always wear protective gear when working with a caustic.
使用腐蚀剂时务必佩戴防护装备。
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