sedentary
US /ˈsed.ən.ter.i/
UK /ˈsed.ən.ter.i/
形容词
1.
久坐的, 不活动的
spending too much time sitting; inactive
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A sedentary lifestyle can lead to various health problems.
久坐不动的生活方式可能导致各种健康问题。
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His job is very sedentary, requiring him to sit at a desk all day.
他的工作非常久坐不动，需要他整天坐在办公桌前。
2.
久坐的, 不爱活动的
(of a person) tending to spend much time seated; somewhat inactive
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After retirement, he became more sedentary, preferring to read rather than exercise.
退休后，他变得更加久坐不动，更喜欢阅读而不是锻炼。
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Many office workers lead sedentary lives.
许多办公室职员过着久坐不动的生活。
3.
不迁徙的, 定居的
(of a bird or other animal) not migratory; remaining in the same area year-round
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The robin is a largely sedentary bird in many parts of its range.
知更鸟在其分布范围的许多地方都是一种主要不迁徙的鸟类。
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Unlike migratory species, sedentary animals do not travel long distances.
与迁徙物种不同，定居的动物不会长途跋涉。
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