seasons
US /ˈsiː.zənz/
UK /ˈsiː.zənz/
复数名词
1.
季节
each of the four divisions of the year (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) marked by particular weather patterns and daylight hours, resulting from the earth's changing position with regard to the sun
示例:
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The four seasons are spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
四个季节是春、夏、秋、冬。
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Some countries experience only two main seasons: wet and dry.
有些国家只有两个主要季节：雨季和旱季。
2.
赛季, 时期
periods of the year when a particular sport, activity, or type of entertainment is in progress
示例:
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The football seasons usually run from autumn to spring.
足球赛季通常从秋季持续到春季。
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Hunting seasons are strictly regulated to protect wildlife.
狩猎季节受到严格管制以保护野生动物。
动词
调味, 加佐料
add salt, herbs, or spices to food to enhance the flavor
示例:
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She carefully seasons the soup with salt and pepper.
她小心地用盐和胡椒调味汤。
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The chef seasons the meat with a blend of exotic spices.
厨师用异国香料混合物调味肉。