| 单词 | introduction |
| 释义 | introduction —introduction /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.ʃən/ noun [C or U] (GIVING SB'S NAME) ► B2 the action of telling someone another person's name the first time that they meet: » You'll have to do/make the introductions - I don't know everyone's name.» My next guest needs no introduction (= is already known to everyone).Thesaurus+: ↑Preceding and introducingWord Builder:–Nouns: introduction–Adjectives: introductory–Verbs: introducenoun [C] (BASIC KNOWLEDGE) ► B2 a book or course that provides basic knowledge about a subject: » an introduction to psychologynoun [C] (BEGINNING) ► B2 the first part of something: » Have you read the introduction to the third edition?» The song's great, but the introduction's a bit too long.Thesaurus+: ↑Preceding and introducingThesaurus+: ↑Books and parts of booksWord Builder:–Nouns: introduction–Adjectives: introductory–Verbs: introducenoun [S] (FIRST EXPERIENCE) ► C1 the first time someone experiences something: » That trip was my introduction to winter sports.noun [U] (PUT INTO USE) ► B2 an occasion when something is put into use or brought to a place for the first time: » The introduction of new working practices has dramatically improved productivity.» Within a year of its introduction, questions began to emerge about the safety of the drug.» SPECIALIZED The introduction of the tube into the artery is a very delicate procedure.Thesaurus+: ↑Beginnings and startsWord Builder:–Nouns: introduction–Adjectives: introductory–Verbs: introduce• • • Extra Examples:» The introduction of identity cards has been opposed by the campaign for civil liberties.» Company profits have doubled since the introduction of new technology.» In the 1960s hemlines suddenly shot up with the introduction of the miniskirt.» The introduction of new charges has angered customers.» The minister has called for the introduction of harsher sentences for speeding offences. |
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