
charger
词源
源自中古英语 'chargour',来自古法语 'chargeor'(装载者),最终源于拉丁语 'carricare'(装载)。现代电子设备含义出现于20世纪。
noun
❶ 充电器,指用于给电子设备(如手机、电脑等)充电的装置,通常通过连接电源或USB接口工作。
“I forgot my phone charger at home, so my battery is almost dead.”
(我把手机充电器忘在家里了,所以电量快耗尽了。)
“This charger is compatible with both Android and iPhone devices.”
(这款充电器兼容安卓和苹果设备。)
❶ 战马,尤指中世纪骑士或军队中用于战斗的马匹,通常强壮且训练有素。
“The knight mounted his charger and prepared for battle.”
(骑士骑上战马,准备投入战斗。)
“In historical paintings, chargers are often depicted with ornate armor.”
(在历史画作中,战马常被描绘成披着华丽的铠甲。)
常见短语
phone charger — 专为手机设计的充电设备,通常带有USB接口或特定品牌的连接头。
“Can I borrow your phone charger? Mine isn't working.”
(能借一下你的手机充电器吗?我的坏了。)
charger plate — 装饰性餐盘,用于正式餐桌布置中垫在餐盘下方,起美观或保护作用。
“The wedding reception tables were set with gold charger plates under the white dinnerware.”
(婚宴餐桌上摆放着白色餐具,下面垫着金色装饰餐盘。)