grassroots
US /ˈɡræs.ruːts/
UK /ˈɡrɑːs.ruːts/
名词
基层, 普通民众
the ordinary people in an organization or society, especially as contrasted with the leadership or elite
示例:
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The movement gained strength from the grassroots.
这场运动从基层获得了力量。
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We need to listen to the concerns of the grassroots.
我们需要倾听基层民众的担忧。
形容词
基层的, 草根的
relating to or involving the ordinary people in a society or organization
示例:
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The campaign focused on grassroots organizing.
该运动侧重于基层组织。
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They launched a grassroots movement to protect the environment.
他们发起了一场基层运动来保护环境。