weathering
US /ˈweð.ɚ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈweð.ɚ.ɪŋ/
名词
1.
风化
the process of wearing away or changing the appearance or texture of something by long exposure to the air
示例:
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The ancient ruins showed signs of extensive weathering.
这些古老遗迹显示出广泛的风化迹象。
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Chemical weathering can break down rocks over time.
化学风化会随着时间分解岩石。
2.
经受住, 度过
the action of enduring a difficult situation or period
示例:
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The company is weathering the economic downturn well.
公司正在很好地经受住经济衰退。
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They are weathering the storm of public criticism.
他们正在经受住公众批评的风暴。
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