| 释义 |
preˈterminal, a.
[pre- B. 1.]
Preceding that which is terminal.
1947Radiology XLIX. 311/2 A similar preterminal course..is found with such toxic agents as the nitrogen mustards. 1965N. Chomsky Aspects of Theory of Syntax ii. 84 A terminal string is formed from a preterminal string by insertion of a lexical formative. 1976Lancet 4 Dec. 1253/2 Children with severe ketoacidosis in association with viral infections have symptoms and signs in the preterminal stage very similar to those of Reye's syndrome. 1977Navy News June 39 (Advt.), Why not spend your pre-terminal leave with us and be introduced to the company. |