| 释义 |
set in cement set (something) in cementTo establish something firmly or permanently; to make something unalterable or not subject to change. The healthcare law looks promising, but we'll have to wait until Congress sets it in cement before we know exactly what it will do.See also: cement, setset in cementFirmly or permanently established; not subject to change; unalterable. The healthcare law looks promising, but we'll have to wait until it's set in cement before we know exactly what it will do.See also: cement, setin cementFirmly settled or determined; unalterable. For example, Their policy on taxes was set in cement despite opposition. For a synonym, see cast in stone. See also: cement in cement Firmly settled or determined; unalterable: The administration's position on taxes was set in cement despite the unfavorable public response.See also: cement |