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laboratories definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈlæbrətɔːriz
实验室 (shíyànshì)

A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching, or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals.

"Advanced laboratories enabled groundbreaking discoveries."

"先进的实验室促进了突破性的发现。" (Xiānjìn de shíyànshì cùjìnle tūpòxìng de fāxiàn.)
laborer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪbərər/
工人 (gongren)

a person who does physical work, especially work that requires strength rather than skill

"The laborer worked long hours at the construction site."

"这名工人在建筑工地长时间工作。" (Zhe ming gongren zai jianzhu gongdi chang shijian gongzuo)
Labourer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪ.bər.ər/
工人 (gongren)

a person who does unskilled physical work for wages

"The labourer worked hard all day at the construction site."

"工人整天在建筑工地上辛勤工作。" (Gongren zheng tian zai jianzhugongdi shang xinqin gongzuo)
Lace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/leɪs/
花边, 鞋带 (huabian, xiedai)

a delicate fabric made of threads; or to fasten or tie with a lace

"She laced up her shoes before leaving."

"她在离开之前系好了鞋带。" (Ta zai likai zhīqian xì hǎo le xiédài.)
adjective B2
/ˈlækɪŋ/
缺乏 (quefa)

not having enough of something; missing

"His report was lacking in detail."

"他的报告缺少细节。" (Tā de bàogào quēshǎo xìjié.)
adjective B2
/leɪm/
跛; 残疾 (bó; cánjí)

unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot; weak and unconvincing

"The injured horse was lame and couldn't walk properly."

"受伤的马跛行,不能正常行走。" (Shòushāng de mǎ bǒxíng, bùnéng zhèngcháng xíngzǒu.)
Land lord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlænd.lɔːrd/
房东 (fángdōng)

a person who owns property and rents it to tenants

"The landlord collected the monthly rent from all tenants."

"房东从所有租户那里收取了每月租金。" (Fángdōng cóng suǒyǒu zūhù nàlǐ shōu qǔ le měi yuè zūjīn.)
noun B2
/ˈlænd.fɪl/
垃圾填埋场 (laji tianmaichang)

a site where waste material is buried under the ground

"The city built a new landfill to manage its growing waste problem."

"这个城市建造了一个新的垃圾填埋场,以应对日益增长的废物问题。" (Zhege chengshi jianzao le yige xin de laji tianmaichang, yi yingdui riyu zengzhang de feiwu wenti.)
Landing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlændɪŋ/
着陆 (zhuó lù)

the act of coming down to the ground or a surface from the air

"The plane made a smooth landing on the runway."

"飞机顺利地在跑道上着陆。" (fēi jī shùn lì de zài pǎo dào shàng zhuó lù.)
noun B2
/ˈlænd.leɪ.di/
女房东 (nǚ fángdōng)

a woman who rents out land, a building, or accommodation; a female property owner

"The friendly landlady provided fresh towels and showed us around the apartment."

"友好的女房东提供了新鲜的毛巾,并带我们参观了公寓。" (Yǒuhǎo de nǚ fángdōng tígōngle xīnxiān de máojīn, bìng dài wǒmen cānguānle gōngyù.)
Landlord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlændlɔːrd/
房东 (fangdong)

A person who owns and rents out land, buildings, or accommodation.

"The landlord increased the rent for all tenants this year."

"今年房东提高了所有租户的租金。" (Jīnnián fángdōng tígāo le suǒyǒu zūhù de zūjīn.)
landmark definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlændmɑːrk/
地标 (dǐbiāo)

A recognizable object or structure that serves as a point of reference, or an event marking an important stage.

"The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris."

"埃菲尔铁塔是巴黎的著名地标。" (āi fēi ěr tiě tǎ shì bālí de zhùmíng dìbiāo.)
Lantern definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlæn.tərn/
灯笼 (dēnglong)

a portable lamp with a protective covering, often used outdoors

"We carried a lantern during our camping trip."

"我们在露营时带着灯笼。" (Wǒmen zài lùyíng shí dàizhe dēnglong.)
Lap definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/læp/
幸福 (xìngfú)

As noun: the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person; As verb: to drink liquid with the tongue.

"The child sat on her mother's lap."

"当她获得奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。" (Dāng tā huòdé jiǎngxiàng shí, tā wúfǎ yǎnshì zìjǐ de xìngfú.)
large-scale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/lɑːrdʒ skeɪl/
大规模 (dà guīmó)

involving a large number or quantity, or covering a large area

"The company is planning a large-scale expansion into international markets."

"该公司计划在国际市场进行大规模扩张。" (Gāi gōngsī jìhuà zài guójì shìchǎng jìnxíng dà guīmó kuòzhāng.)
laser definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪzər/
激光 (jiguang)

a device that emits a concentrated beam of light

"The doctor used a laser to perform eye surgery."

"医生使用激光进行眼部手术。" (Yīshēng shǐyòng jīguāng jìnxíng yǎnbù shǒushù.)
adjective B2
/ˈlæstɪŋ/
持久的; 永久的 (chí jiǔ de; yǒng jiǔ de)

enduring for a long time; permanent; durable

"Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives."

"他们的友谊对他们的生活产生了持久的影响。" (Tāmen de yǒuyì duì tāmen de shēnghuó chǎnshēngle chí jiǔ de yǐngxiǎng.)
latin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adjective B2
/ˈlætɪn/
拉丁语 (ladingyu)

the language of ancient Rome; relating to Latin culture or language

"Many English words are derived from Latin."

"许多英语单词源自拉丁语。" (Xu duo yingyu danci yuanci ladingyu.)
latter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlætər/
第二个 (di'er ge)

the second of two people or things mentioned

"Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter."

"在茶和咖啡之间,我更喜欢第二个。" (Zai cha he kafei zhijian, wo geng xihuan dier ge.)
Launch definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, noun B2
/lɔːntʃ/

to start or introduce something, especially a new product, service, or event

"The company launched a new app last month."

launched definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
lɔːntʃt
发射 (fāshè)

Set (something) in motion by pushing it or letting it go.

"The satellite was launched successfully."

"卫星已成功发射。" (Wèixīng yǐ chénggōng fāshè.)
Lavender definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlæv.ən.dər/
薰衣草 (xunyicao)

a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy

"The lavender field filled the air with its sweet, calming fragrance."

"薰衣草田充满了甜美而宁静的香气。" (Xūn yī cǎo tián chōngmǎnle tiánměi ér níngjìng de xiāngqì.)
layout definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪaʊt/
布局 (bùjú)

the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room

"The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly."

"设计师为网站展示了一个全新的布局,这使得它更具用户友好性。" (Shèjì shī wèi wǎngzhàn zhǎnshìle yīgè quánxīn de bùjú, zhè shǐ dé tā gèng jù yònghù yǒu hǎo xìng.)
Lazily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/
懒洋洋地 (lǎn yáng yáng de)

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

"He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning."

"他懒洋洋地伸展双臂,早晨打了个哈欠。" (Tā lǎn yáng yáng de shēnzhǎn shuāngbì, zǎochén dǎle ge hāqiàn.)
Laziness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/
懒惰 (landuo)

the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness

"His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals."

"他的懒惰阻止了他实现目标。" (tade landuo zhi zhi le ta shixian mubiao)
Leaflet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈliːflət/
小册子 (xiǎo cèzi)

A printed sheet of paper, often folded, used to advertise or provide information.

"The volunteers distributed leaflets about the campaign."

"志愿者分发了有关该活动的小册子。" (Zhìyuànzhě fēn fā le yǒuguān gāi huódòng de xiǎo cèzi.)
adjective B2
/ˈliː.fi/
多叶的; 被叶子覆盖的 (duō yè de; bèi yèzi fùgài de)

having many leaves; covered with leaves

"The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious."

"叶绿的蔬菜非常有营养。" (Yè lǜ de shūcài fēicháng yǒu yíngyǎng.)
league definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/liːɡ/
联赛 (lian sai)

An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use).

"Several clubs formed a league to promote sportsmanship."

"几个俱乐部组成了一个联盟,以促进体育精神。" (Ji ge julebu zucheng le yi ge lianmeng, yi cujin tiyu jingshen.)
Leak definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/liːk/
漏洞 (lòudòng)

to allow liquid or gas to escape; or a hole through which liquid or gas can escape

"Water started to leak from the ceiling after the storm."

"暴风雨过后,水开始从天花板漏出来。" (Bàofēngyǔ guòhòu, shuǐ kāishǐ cóng tiānhuābǎn lòuchūlái.)
Lean definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/liːn/
倾斜 (qingxie)

To move or bend your body in a particular direction.

"He had to lean forward to hear her clearly."

"他必须向前倾斜才能清楚地听到她。" (Ta bixu xiang qian qingxie cai neng qingchu de tingdao ta.)
leap definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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leap (líp)

verb B2
/liːp/
跳跃 (tiaoyue)

to jump or spring a long way or to a great height

"The cat leapt onto the wall effortlessly."

"猫毫不费力地跳到墙上。" (Mao hao bu feili de tiaodao qiang shang.)
learned definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective; verb (past and past participle) B2
/lɜːrnd/
博学的 (boxuede)

having acquired much knowledge through study; gained knowledge or skill through experience or teaching

"She is a learned scholar with deep knowledge of history."

"她是一位对历史有深厚了解的博学学者。" (ta shi yi wei dui lishi you shenhou liaojie de boxue xuezhe)
Leather definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛðər/
皮革 (pige)

A material made from the skin of an animal, usually treated and used to make clothing, shoes, or furniture.

"He bought a leather jacket for winter."

"他为冬天买了一件皮革夹克。" (Ta wei dongtian mai le yijian pige jieke.)
Leek definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/liːk/
韭菜 (jiǔcài)

vegetable related to onion with long green leaves and white bulb, milder than onion

"The soup was made with potatoes and leeks."

"这道汤是用土豆和韭菜做的。" (Zhè dào tāng shì yòng tǔdòu hé jiǔcài zuò de.)
legacy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛɡəsi/
遗产 (yichan)

Something handed down from the past, such as money, property, or traditions.

"Her artistic legacy continues to inspire young painters."

"她的艺术遗产继续激励年轻的画家。" (Tā de yìshù yíchǎn jìxù jīlì niánqīng de huàjiā.)
legally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈliːɡəli/
合法地 (héfǎ de)

in a way that is allowed by law

"He is legally responsible for his actions."

"他对自己的行为负有合法责任。" (Tā duì zìjǐ de xíngwéi fù yǒu héfǎ zérèn)
Legend definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛdʒənd/
传说 (chuánshuō)

A traditional story popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated; also a famous person admired for achievements.

"The footballer is considered a legend in his country."

"这位足球运动员在他的国家被视为传奇人物。" (Zhè wèi zúqiú yùndòngyuán zài tā de guójiā bèi shì wéi chuánshuō rénwù.)
legendary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛdʒəndɛri/

remarkable enough to be famous; often used to describe something that is iconic or widely known

"The legendary musician performed in front of a packed stadium."

legislation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/
立法 (lifa)

laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws

"The government passed new legislation to protect the environment."

"政府通过了新的立法来保护环境。" (Zhèngfǔ tōngguòle xīn de lifa lái bǎohù huánjìng.)
legislative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛdʒɪslətɪv/
立法的 (lifade)

relating to the making of laws

"The legislative body passed the new tax bill."

"立法机构通过了新的税法。" (Lifa jīgòu tōngguòle xīn de shuìfǎ.)
noun B2
/lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/
合法性 (hefa xing)

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

"The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers."

"选举的合法性受到观察员的质疑。" (Xuanju de hefa xing shoudao guancha yuan de zhiyi.)
Legitimate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/lɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/
合法 (hefa)

Conforming to the law or to rules; valid or acceptable.

"She presented a legitimate reason for her absence."

"她为她的缺席提出了一个合法的理由。" (Ta wei ta de quexi tichule yige hefa de liyi.)
lengthy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛŋθi/
漫长 (man chang)

long in duration or extent

"The meeting was lengthy, lasting over three hours."

"会议很长,持续了三个小时以上。" (Huiyi hen chang, chixu le sange xiaoshi yishang.)
Lentil definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlen.tɪl/
小扁豆 (xiao biandou)

a small round flat seed of a leguminous plant, used as food

"Lentils are a good source of protein for vegetarians."

"扁豆是素食者蛋白质的良好来源。" (biandou shi sushizhě dànbaizhì de liánghǎo láiyuán)
Leopard definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlep.ərd/
美洲豹 (měizhōu bào)

a large wild cat with yellow fur and black spots

"The leopard climbed the tree to rest in the shade."

"美洲豹爬上了树,在阴凉处休息。" (Měizhōu bào pá shàngle shù, zài yīnliáng chù xiūxī.)
Lesser definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɛsər/
较不重要 (jiào bù zhòng yào)

of lower importance or smaller in degree or amount

"The lesser known facts about the topic were fascinating."

"关于这个主题的较少人知的事实是迷人的。" (Guānyú zhège zhǔtí de jiào shǎo rén zhī de shìshí shì mírén de.)
lettuce definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈlɛtɪs/
生菜 (shengcai)

a leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and sandwiches

"She added fresh lettuce to the sandwich."

"她在三明治里加了新鲜的生菜。" (ta zai sanmingzhi li jia le xin xian de shengcai)
leverage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/ˈlɛv.ər.ɪdʒ/
利用 (lì yòng)

Optimal use of existing resources, power, or situation

"The company used social media to leverage its brand awareness."

"公司利用社交媒体提升品牌知名度。" (Gōngsī lì yòng shèjiāo méitǐ tíshēng pǐnpái zhīmíng dù.)
Liable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlaɪəbl/
有责任的 (yǒu zérèn de)

legally responsible or likely to be affected by something

"He is liable to pay damages for the accident."

"他有责任为事故支付赔偿金。" (Tā yǒu zérèn wèi shìgù zhīfù péichángjīn.)
Liberal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈlɪbərəl/
自由主义的 (zìyóu zhǔyì de)

open to new behavior or opinions and willing to discard traditional values

"She holds liberal views on education and social issues."

"她对教育和社会问题持自由主义观点。" (Tā duì jiàoyù hé shèhuì wèntí chí zìyóu zhǔyì guāndiǎn.)