corvette
US /kɔːrˈvet/
UK /kɔːˈvet/
名词
1.
护卫舰, 小型军舰
a small, fast warship, smaller than a frigate, typically armed with light weaponry and used for coastal patrol and escort duties
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The navy deployed a new corvette to patrol the coastal waters.
海军部署了一艘新的护卫舰来巡逻沿海水域。
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During the war, corvettes played a crucial role in convoy escort.
战争期间，护卫舰在护航中发挥了关键作用。
2.
科尔维特, 跑车
a type of sports car, especially a model produced by Chevrolet
示例:
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He always dreamed of owning a classic red Corvette.
他一直梦想拥有一辆经典的红色科尔维特跑车。
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The new model of the Corvette boasts impressive speed and design.
新款科尔维特车型拥有令人印象深刻的速度和设计。