pollard
US /ˈpɑː.lɚd/
UK /ˈpɒl.əd/
名词
截顶树, 修剪过的树
a tree whose top branches have been cut back to the trunk, causing it to produce a dense mass of new shoots
示例:
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The ancient oak had been maintained as a pollard for centuries.
这棵古老的橡树几个世纪以来一直被修剪成截顶树。
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We saw many beautiful pollards lining the riverbank.
我们看到河岸边有许多美丽的截顶树。
动词
截顶, 修剪
cut off the top and branches of (a tree) to encourage new growth
示例:
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The gardener decided to pollard the old willow tree.
园丁决定截顶那棵老柳树。
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It's important to pollard certain trees regularly for their health.
为了树木的健康，定期截顶某些树木很重要。