单词 | external |
释义 | externalexternal /ɪkˈstɚnl/ ●●○ AWL adjective 1coming from outside something such as an organization, group, or business OPP internal: He faced external pressure to resign. information from external sources2relating to the outside of something OPP internal: This medicine is for external use only (=to be used on the outside of the body and not swallowed).3relating to a person or thing’s environment or situation, rather than to its own qualities, ideas, etc.: The surface of Mercury has largely been shaped by external forces. Men and women face external pressure to conform to society.4relating to foreign countries OPP internal: external affairs [Origin: 1500–1600 Latin externus, from exter on the outside]—externally adverb |
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