crucible
US /ˈkruː.sə.bəl/
UK /ˈkruː.sə.bəl/
1.
坩埚
a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures.
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The gold was melted in a high-temperature crucible.
黄金在高温坩埚中熔化。
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Scientists use a crucible to conduct experiments requiring extreme heat.
科学家使用坩埚进行需要极端高温的实验。
2.
严峻考验, 磨砺
a situation of severe trial, or in which different elements interact, leading to the creation of something new.
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The war was a crucible for the nation's identity.
战争是国家认同的严峻考验。
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His early life struggles served as a crucible that forged his strong character.
他早年的生活磨难是他坚强性格的磨砺。