单词 | against |
释义 | a·gainst ![]() prep. 1. In a direction or course opposite to: row against the current. 2. So as to come into forcible contact with: waves dashing against the shore. 3. In contact with so as to rest or press on: leaned against the tree. 4. In hostile opposition or resistance to: struggle against fate. 5. Contrary to; opposed to: against my better judgment. 6. In competition with: raced against the record holder. 7. In contrast or comparison with the setting or background of: dark colors against a fair skin. 8. In preparation for; in anticipation of: food stored against winter. 9. As a defense or safeguard from: protection against the cold. 10. To the account or debt of: drew a check against my bank balance. 11. Directly opposite to; facing. [Middle English, alteration of againes, from Old English ongeagn.] |
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