单词 | debacle |
释义 | Word Frequency debacle(deɪˈbɑːkəl, dɪ-) noun 1. a sudden disastrous collapse or defeat, esp one involving a disorderly retreat; rout 2. the breaking up of ice in a river during spring or summer, often causing flooding 3. a violent rush of water carrying along debris Word origin C19: from French débâcle, from Old French desbacler to unbolt, ultimately from Latin baculum rod, staff |
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