disaster
US /dɪˈzæs.tɚ/
UK /dɪˈzæs.tɚ/
1.
灾难, 灾害
a sudden event, such as a flood, tornado, or fire, that causes great damage or loss of life
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The earthquake was a natural disaster that devastated the region.
地震是一场摧毁该地区的自然灾害。
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The government provided aid to the victims of the recent disaster.
政府向最近灾害的受害者提供了援助。