marginal
US /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/
UK /ˈmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl/
形容词
1.
边缘的, 末端的
relating to or situated at the edge or margin of something
示例:
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There was a marginal note in the book.
书上有一处边缘注释。
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The village is located in a marginal area near the forest.
这个村庄位于森林附近的一个边缘地区。
2.
微不足道的, 次要的
of secondary importance; not central or fundamental
示例:
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His contribution was marginal to the success of the project.
他的贡献对项目的成功来说是微不足道的。
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The issue was considered of marginal importance.
这个问题被认为是次要的。
3.
勉强及格的, 微薄的
not quite reaching a specified level or standard
示例:
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His performance was marginal, just enough to pass.
他的表现是勉强及格的，刚好够通过。
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The company made only a marginal profit last quarter.
该公司上季度仅获得微薄利润。
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