deficit

US /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/
UK /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/
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1.

赤字, 不足额

the amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small or less than what is required or expected

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The company reported a budget deficit of $5 million.
该公司报告了500万美元的预算赤字。
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Many countries are struggling with a trade deficit.
许多国家正在努力应对贸易逆差。
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shortfallshortageloss
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surplusexcess
2.

缺陷, 障碍

a disadvantage or impairment

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He has a slight hearing deficit.
他有轻微的听力缺陷。
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The child showed a cognitive deficit in certain areas.
这个孩子在某些方面表现出认知缺陷。
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impairmentdisabilityshortcoming
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advantagestrength
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budget deficitdeficit spendingtrade deficitattention deficit hyperactivity disorder