trimester

US /traɪˈmes.tɚ/
UK /traɪˈmes.tɚ/
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1.

三个月, 学期

a period of three months, especially as a division of the duration of pregnancy

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She is in her second trimester of pregnancy.
她正处于怀孕的第二个三个月。
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The first trimester is often the most challenging due to morning sickness.
由于孕吐，第一个三个月通常是最具挑战性的。
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quarterthree-month period
2.

学期, 三个月学期

a division of an academic year, typically a third of the year

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The university operates on a trimester system.
该大学实行三学期制。
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Students typically take three courses per trimester.
学生通常每个学期修三门课程。
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quarterterm