词汇 gunpowder 在中文的含义

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gunpowder

US /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊ.dɚ/
UK /ˈɡʌnˌpaʊ.dər/
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名词

火药

an explosive mixture of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal, used since the 14th century as a propellant in firearms and for blasting.

示例:
The ancient Chinese invented gunpowder.
古代中国人发明了火药
The rebels used gunpowder to blow up the bridge.
叛军用火药炸毁了桥梁。