elevation

US /ˌel.əˈveɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌel.əˈveɪ.ʃən/
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1.

海拔, 高度

the height of a place above sea level

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The city is at an elevation of 500 meters.
这座城市的海拔高度是500米。
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High elevation can cause altitude sickness.
高海拔可能导致高原反应。
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2.

升高, 晋升

the act of raising or lifting something up

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The elevation of the bridge allowed larger ships to pass.
桥梁的升高使得大型船只得以通过。
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He achieved his elevation to a higher rank.
他获得了晋升到更高的级别。
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