英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
to force someone or something out, usually from a place or position
"The referee had to eject the player for unsportsmanlike behavior."
to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully
"The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency."
to make a small amount of something last longer by using it sparingly
"The family tried to eke out their savings during the tough months."
verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design
"She asked him to elaborate on his proposal."
the process of adding more detail or expanding on something
"The teacher appreciated the student's elaboration of the topic."
to pass or go by, usually referring to time
"Several hours elapsed before he finally returned home."
Able to return to its original shape or size after being stretched or compressed.
"The waistband of the pants is made of elastic material."
The ability of an object or material to resume its normal shape after being stretched or compressed.
"Rubber has a high degree of elasticity."
To make someone very happy or proud.
"The success of the project elated the whole team."
Extremely happy and excited.
"She was elated when she heard the good news."
A feeling of great happiness and excitement.
"His elation was evident after winning the championship."
The joint connecting the forearm and the upper arm; as a verb, to push aside using the elbow.
"He accidentally hit the table with his elbow."
a person who is older or has higher rank; an older person in a family or community
"We should always respect our elders."
Being old or advanced in years.
"The elderly man walks slowly across the street."
To choose someone for a position or office by voting.
"The citizens elected a new president."
The process of choosing someone for public office by voting.
"The election will be held next month."
related to elections or voting
"The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years."
Relating to or operated by electricity.
"The room was lit by an electric lamp."
A power tool used for drilling holes in various materials
"He used an electric drill to make holes in the wall for hanging pictures."
a device with rotating blades that creates airflow to cool or ventilate a room
"The electric fan keeps the room cool during hot summer days."
An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity
"The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling."
related to electricity or the use of electrical power
"The electrical system in the house needs repair."
A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles.
"The storm caused a power cut and we had no electricity."
to charge with electricity; to excite or thrill intensely
"The speaker's speech electrified the audience."
A chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution.
"Electrolysis is used to separate hydrogen from water."
Minerals in body fluids that carry an electric charge and are essential for many bodily functions.
"Electrolytes help maintain proper fluid balance in the body."
Relating to both electricity and magnetism or their interaction.
"Electromagnetic forces repel protons."
Operating with or produced by the use of electronic devices.
"She bought an electronic keyboard for her music lessons."
the branch of physics and technology dealing with circuits and devices using transistors, microchips, and other components
"He studied electronics at university."
A duplicate printing plate made by electroplating a mold of the original.
"The printer used an electrotype to produce multiple copies of the page."
Relating to charity; dependent on or supported by charity.
"The hospital was founded as an eleemosynary institution."
pleasingly graceful and stylish in appearance or manner
"She looked elegant in her evening gown."
Expressing sorrow, often for something past; resembling an elegy.
"The novel ends on an elegiac note, mourning the lost era."
A poem or song expressing sorrow, especially for someone who has died.
"The poet wrote an elegy for his late friend."
A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.
"Trust is a key element of any strong relationship."
Relating to the basic or fundamental aspects of something; simple or easy to understand.
"She gave an elementary explanation of the problem."
a very large animal with a trunk, long curved tusks, and thick gray skin, found in Africa and Asia
"The elephant sprayed water over itself with its trunk."
a tropical fruit with a hard shell and acidic flesh
"Elephant apple is used to make delicious jams and pickles."
Huge, clumsy, or resembling an elephant in size or movement.
"The man moved with an elephantine grace."
To raise or lift something to a higher position; to improve in status, mood, or quality.
"Good music can elevate your mood instantly."
The act of raising something to a higher position or level.
"The hikers reached a high elevation after hours of climbing."
a machine that carries people or goods up and down between floors in a building
"We took the elevator to the tenth floor."
the number after ten and before twelve; 11
"There are eleven students in the classroom."
To draw out a response, answer, or reaction from someone.
"The teacher’s question elicited thoughtful answers from the students."
the state of having the right to do or obtain something
"Students must meet certain requirements to maintain their eligibility for the scholarship."
Qualified or allowed to do or receive something.
"Only members are eligible to vote in the election."
To completely remove or get rid of something.
"The new policy aims to eliminate corruption in the system."
The complete removal or destruction of something.
"The elimination of emissions is a priority."
A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.
"Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event."
A person who believes that a society should be led by an elite; showing preference for a privileged class.
"His elitist attitude made him unpopular among his peers."
