单词 | difference |
释义 | difference n. & v. --n   1. the state or condition of being different or unlike.   2. a point in which things differ; a distinction.   3. a degree of unlikeness.   4. a the quantity by which amounts differ; a deficit (will have to make up the difference). b the remainder left after subtraction.   5. a a disagreement, quarrel, or dispute. b the grounds of disagreement (put aside their differences).   6. Heraldry an alteration in a coat of arms distinguishing members of a family. --vtr. Heraldry alter (a coat of arms) to distinguish members of a family. Phrases and idioms make a (or all the etc.) difference (often foll. by to) have a significant effect or influence (on a person, situation, etc.). make no difference (often foll. by to) have no effect (on a person, situation, etc.). with a difference having a new or unusual feature. Etymology: ME f. OF f. L differentia (as DIFFERENT) |
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