shoal
US /ʃoʊl/
UK /ʃoʊl/

名词
1.
动词
1.
变浅, 水深变浅
to become shallow
示例:
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The river began to shoal as we approached the delta.
当我们靠近三角洲时,河流开始变浅。
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The water shoaled rapidly near the shore, making it difficult for larger boats.
水在岸边迅速变浅,给大型船只带来了困难。
2.
成群结队, 聚集成群
to form a shoal (of fish)
示例:
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The young salmon began to shoal in the estuary.
幼鲑开始在河口成群结队。
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When threatened, the small fish will shoal together for protection.
当受到威胁时,小鱼会成群结队以求保护。
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