environment
US /ɪnˈvaɪ.rə.mənt/
UK /ɪnˈvaɪ.rə.mənt/
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环境, 周围
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates
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The polar bear's natural environment is the Arctic.
北极熊的自然环境是北极。
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A healthy work environment is crucial for productivity.
健康的工作环境对生产力至关重要。
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环境, 自然界
the natural world, as a whole or in a particular geographical area, especially as affected by human activity
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Protecting the environment is everyone's responsibility.
保护环境是每个人的责任。
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Climate change is a major threat to the global environment.
气候变化是对全球环境的主要威胁。