prevent

US /prɪˈvent/
UK /prɪˈvent/
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1.

防止, 预防

keep (something) from happening or arising

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The new policy aims to prevent fraud.
新政策旨在防止欺诈。
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Wearing a helmet can prevent serious head injuries.
戴头盔可以防止严重的头部受伤。
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2.

阻止, 妨碍

stop (someone) from doing something

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The police tried to prevent the protesters from entering the building.
警方试图阻止抗议者进入大楼。
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His injury will prevent him from playing in the match.
他的伤势将阻止他参加比赛。
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