Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

machinery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/məˈʃiː.nər.i/

machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works

"The factory invested in new machinery to increase production."

Madness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmædnəs/
疯狂 (fengkuang)

the state of being mentally ill or acting in a very foolish way

"It would be madness to drive in such dangerous weather."

"在如此危险的天气中开车简直是疯狂。" (Zài rúcǐ wéixiǎn de tiānqì zhōng kāichē jiǎnzhí shì fēicháng fēngkuáng.)
magnetic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/mæɡˈnɛtɪk/
磁性 (cíxìng)

having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way

"The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation."

"地球的磁场保护我们免受有害的太阳辐射。" (Dìqiú de cíchǎng bǎohù wǒmen miǎn shòu yǒuhài de tàiyáng fúshè.)
magnificent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/mæɡˈnɪfɪsənt/
壮观 (zhuangguan)

extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid

"The view from the mountain was truly magnificent."

"从山上看到的景色真的很壮观。" (Cong shan shang kandao de jingse zhen de hen zhuangguan.)
mainland definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmeɪnˌlænd/

the principal landmass of a country or continent, as opposed to the surrounding islands

"The mainland of Australia is home to most of its population."

mainstream definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmeɪnstriːm/
主流 (zhuliu)

the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion

"Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people."

"社交媒体已经成为许多人获取新闻的主流来源。" (Shejiao meiti yijing chengwei xuduo ren huoqu xinwen de zhuliu laiyuan.)
maintenance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmeɪntənəns/
维护 (wéihù)

The process of keeping something in good condition or working order.

"The building will be closed for routine maintenance."

"该建筑将因常规维护而关闭。" (Gāi jiànzhú jiāng yīn chángguī wéihù ér guānbì.)
Maize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/meɪz/
玉米 (yumi)

a tall cereal plant grown for its large yellow grains, also called corn

"Farmers harvested the maize in late autumn."

"农民在秋末收割了玉米。" (Nongmin zai qiumo shouge le yumi.)
noun B2
/məˈlɛəriə/
疟疾 (nüe ji)

a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating

"Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions."

"疟疾在热带地区是一种常见疾病。" (Nüe ji zai rèdài dìqū shì yī zhǒng chángjiàn jíbìng.)
Malta definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmɔːl.tə/
血橙 (xuecheng)

a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange

"Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content."

"Malta 在孟加拉国是一种广受欢迎的柑橘类水果,以其甜味和高维生素C含量而闻名。" (Malta zai meng jia la guo shi yi zhong guang shou huan ying de gan ju lei shuiguo, yi qi tian wei he gao wei sheng su han liang.)
noun B2
/ˈmæm.əl/
哺乳动物 (bǔrǔ dòngwù)

A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.

"The whale is the largest mammal on Earth."

"鲸鱼是地球上最大的哺乳动物。" (Jīng yú shì dìqiú shàng zuìdà de bǔrǔ dòngwù.)
adjective B2
/ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/
可管理的;可控制的 (kě guǎnlǐ de; kě kòngzhì de)

able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible

"The workload is manageable if we plan properly."

"工作负载是可管理的,如果我们正确规划。" (Gōngzuò fùzài shì kě guǎnlǐ de, rúguǒ wǒmen zhèngquè dì jìhuà.)
mandatory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈmæn.dəˌtɔːr.i/
强制性的 (qiángzhìxìng de)

required by law or rules; compulsory

"Wearing seat belts is mandatory in most countries."

"在大多数国家,佩戴安全带是强制性的。" (Zài dàduōshù guójiā, pèidài ānquán dài shì qiángzhìxìng de.)
manifest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, adjective B2
/ˈmænɪˌfɛst/
显现 (xianxian)

to show or display clearly; obvious or evident

"The symptoms of the disease manifest quickly."

"病症迅速显现。" (Bingzheng xun su xianxian.)
manipulate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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manipulate

verb B2
/məˈnɪpjəˌleɪt/

to control or influence someone or something cleverly or unfairly

"He tried to manipulate the results in his favor."

manipulation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/məˌnɪpjʊˈleɪʃən/

the action of controlling or influencing something or someone cleverly or unfairly

"His manipulation of the situation was evident to everyone."

adjective B2
/ˌmænˈmeɪd/
人造的 (renzao de)

something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally

"This lake is manmade, not natural."

"这个湖是人造的,不是自然的。" (Zhege hu shi renzao de, bushi ziran de.)
mansion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmænʃən/
幸福 (xìngfú)

a large, impressive house

"The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean."

"她无法掩饰收到奖项时的幸福感。" (Tā wúfǎ yǎnshì shōudào jiǎngxiàng shí de xìngfú gǎn.)
Manual definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmænjuəl/
手册 (shǒucè)

a handbook or guide that provides instructions on how to do or operate something

"You should read the user manual before setting up the device."

"在设置设备之前,您应该阅读用户手册。" (Zài shèzhì shèbèi zhīqián, nín yīnggāi yuèdú yònghù shǒucè.)
adverb B2
/ˈmæn.ju.ə.li/
手工; 使用身体的力量; (shougong; shiyong shenti de liliang)

by hand; using physical effort rather than machines

"The data was entered manually into the system."

"数据是手动输入到系统中的。" (Shuju shi shoudong shuru dao xitong zhong de.)
manufacture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˌmænɪˈfæktʃər/
制造 (zhìzào)

to make something in large quantities using machinery

"The company manufactures high-quality electronics."

"公司生产高质量的电子产品。" (Gōngsī shēngchǎn gāo zhìliàng de diànzǐ chǎnpǐn.)
manufacturer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərər/
制造商 (zhìzàoshāng)

A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.

"The manufacturer produces cars for the global market."

"制造商为全球市场生产汽车。" (Zhìzàoshāng wèi quánqiú shìchǎng shēngchǎn qìchē.)
manufacturing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/
制造业 (zhìzào yè)

the process of making products on a large scale using machinery

"The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector."

"该国正在大力投资制造业。" (gāi guó zhèngzài dàlì tóuzī zhìzàoyè.)
marathon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmærəθən/
马拉松 (mala song)

a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)

"She completed the marathon in under four hours."

"她在不到四小时内完成了马拉松。" (Ta zai bu dao si xiaoshi nei wanchengle mala song.)
marble definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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marble

noun B2
/ˈmɑːrbəl/

a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines

"The floor of the palace was made of white marble."

Margin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmɑːrdʒɪn/
边际,界限,利润率 (bianji, jiexian, lirunlv)

The edge or border of something; the amount by which something is won or falls short.

"The company increased its profit margin last year."

"公司去年增加了它的利润边际。" (Gongsi qunian zengjia le ta de lirun bianji.)
marine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/məˈriːn/
海洋的 (hǎiyáng de)

Relating to the sea or ocean; connected with ships or seafaring.

"Marine life is threatened by pollution."

"海洋生物受到污染的威胁。" (Hǎiyáng shēngwù shòudào wūrǎn de wēixié.)
adjective B2
/mɑːrkt/
显著的 (xian zhu de)

clearly noticeable or significant

"There was a marked improvement in her health."

"她的健康有了显著的改善。" (Ta de jiankang you le xian zhu de gai shan.)
marker definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmɑːrkər/
马克笔,标记笔 (mǎkè bǐ, biāojì bǐ)

an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing

"He used a red marker to underline the important points."

"他用红色马克笔强调了重要的要点。" (Tā yòng hóngsè mǎkè bǐ qiángdiào le zhòngyào de yàodiǎn.)
market economy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈmɑːr.kɪt ɪˈkɒn.ə.mi
市场经济 (shichang jingji)

An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.

"A market economy allows businesses to compete freely."

"市场经济允许企业自由竞争。" (Shichang jingji yunxu qiye ziji jingzheng.)
marketplace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/
市场 (shìchǎng)

a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade

"The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning."

"城市的市场每个星期五早上都很拥挤。" (Chéngshì de shìchǎng měi gè xīngqī wǔ zǎoshang dōu hěn yōngjǐ.)
Mars definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/mɑːrz/
火星 (Huǒxīng)

The fourth planet from the Sun; the Roman god of war

"Scientists are planning a manned mission to Mars in the next decade."

"科学家们正在计划在下一个十年进行载人火星任务。" (Kēxuéjiāmen zhèngzài jìhuà zài xià yīgè shínián jìnxíng zàirén huǒxīng rènwù.)
noun B2
/ˈmɑːr.tɪn/
雨燕 (yǔ yàn)

small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing

"The martin built its nest under the bridge."

"雨燕在桥下筑巢。" (Yǔ yàn zài qiáo xià zhù cháo.)
marvel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈmɑːrvl/
惊叹 (jīngtàn)

To be filled with wonder or astonishment.

"Tourists marveled at the beauty of the ancient temple."

"游客们对古老寺庙的美景感到惊叹。" (Yóukèmen duì gǔlǎo sìmiào de měijǐng gǎndào jīngtàn.)
adjective B2
/ˈmæskjəlɪn/
男性 (nánxìng)

having qualities traditionally associated with men

"He has a deep, masculine voice."

"他有着深沉的男性嗓音。" (Tā yǒuzhe shēnchén de nánxìng sǎngyīn.)
Masterpiece definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmæstərˌpiːs/
杰作 (jiézuò)

a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship

"The Mona Lisa is considered Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece."

"蒙娜丽莎被认为是达芬奇的杰作。" (Méngnàlìshā bèi rènwéi shì Dáfēnqí de jiézuò.)
Mastery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmæstəri/
精通 (jīngtōng)

comprehensive knowledge or skill in a subject or accomplishment

"She has achieved mastery in classical dance."

"她在古典舞蹈中达到了精通。" (Tā zài gǔdiǎn wǔdǎo zhōng dádàole jīngtōng.)
Mat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/mæt/
垫子 (dianzi)

a piece of fabric material placed on a floor or surface for wiping feet or protection

"She placed a new mat at the entrance of the house."

"她在房子的入口处放了一块新垫子。" (Tā zài fángzi de rùkǒu chù fàngle yī kuài xīn diànzi.)
mathematical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/
数学的 (shuxuede)

relating to mathematics or the use of mathematics

"The mathematical equation was difficult to solve."

"数学方程式很难解。" (Shuxue fangchengshi hen nan jie.)
Mattress definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmætrəs/
床垫 (chuángdiàn)

A large pad used as a bed or part of a bed, typically filled with soft material for sleeping on.

"She bought a new mattress for better sleep comfort."

"她买了一张新的床垫以获得更好的睡眠舒适度。" (Tā mǎile yī zhāng xīn de chuángdiàn yǐ huòde gèng hǎo de shuìmián shūshì dù.)
mature definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/məˈtjʊr/
成熟 (chéngshú)

fully developed or grown, especially emotionally or intellectually

"She has become a mature and confident leader."

"她已经成为一位成熟且自信的领导者。" (Tā yǐjīng chéngwéi yī wèi chéngshú qiě zìxìn de lǐngdǎo zhě.)
Maturity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/məˈtʃʊrəti/
成熟 (chengshou)

The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally

"With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity."

"随着年龄的增长,智慧和情感成熟随之而来。" (Suizhe nianling de zengzhang, zhihui he qinggan chengshou suizhi erlai.)
maximize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz/
最大化 (zuìdà huà)

to increase something as much as possible

"The company aims to maximize its profits this year."

"公司今年旨在最大化其利润。" (Gōngsī jīnnián zhǐ zài zuìdà huà qí lìrùn.)
mayor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈmeɪər/
市长 (shì zhǎng)

The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.

"The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport."

"市长宣布了一项新政策,以改善公共交通。" (Shì zhǎng xuānbùle yī xiàng xīn zhèngcè, yǐ gǎishàn gōnggòng jiāotōng.)
Maze definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/meɪz/
迷宫 (migong)

A complex network of paths or passages that are difficult to navigate.

"Tourists often get lost in the maze of narrow streets in the old city."

"游客经常在老城区狭窄街道的迷宫中迷路。" (Yóukè jīngcháng zài lǎo chéngqū xiázhǎi jiēdào de mígōng zhōng mílù.)
Meaningless definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈmiː.nɪŋ.ləs/
毫无意义; 没有目的; 无意义 (háo wú yìyì; méi yǒu mùdì; wú yìyì)

without purpose; having no significance; pointless

"The data became meaningless without proper context."

"数据在没有适当背景的情况下变得毫无意义。" (Shùjù zài méiyǒu shìdàng bèijǐng de qíngkuàng xià biàn dé háo wú yìyì.)
Meantime definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adverb B2
/ˈmiːnˌtaɪm/
同时 (tóng shí)

the period of time between two events; meanwhile

"The train will be late, so in the meantime let's have some tea."

"火车会迟到,所以同时我们来喝点茶。" (huǒchē huì chídào, suǒyǐ tóngshí wǒmen lái hē diǎn chá.)
adjective B2
/ˈmɛʒərd/
衡量 (hengliang)

carefully considered and deliberate

"She spoke in a calm, measured tone."

"她以冷静和衡量的语气说话。" (Ta yi lengjing he hengliang de yuqi shuohua.)
mechanical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/məˈkænɪkəl/
幸福 (xìngfú)

relating to machines or the way they work

"She has a good understanding of mechanical systems."

"当她收到奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。" (Dāng tā shōu dào jiǎngxiàng shí, tā wúfǎ yǎnshì zìjǐ de xìngfú.)
noun B2
/məˈkænɪks/
力学 (lìxué)

the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works

"He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it."

"在修理机器之前,他研究了这台机器的力学。" (Zài xiūlǐ jīqì zhīqián, tā yánjiūle zhè tái jīqì de lìxué.)