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disposal

UK //dɪˈspəʊz(ə)l//US //dɪˈspoʊz(ə)l//

词源

源自中古法语 disposer(安排、布置),最终来自拉丁语 disponere(dis- 分开 + ponere 放置)。

noun

❶ 指处理或处置某物的行为或过程,常用于描述垃圾、废弃物等的处理方式或系统。

“The city has a modern waste disposal system.”

(这座城市拥有现代化的垃圾处理系统。)

“Proper disposal of hazardous materials is essential.”

(正确处理危险材料至关重要。)

❶ 指对资源、资金或物品的自由支配权或使用权,强调可随意安排或分配的能力。

“He has a large sum of money at his disposal.”

(他有一大笔钱可以自由支配。)

“The team had all the necessary tools at their disposal.”

(团队拥有所有必要的工具可供使用。)

同义词:removal, elimination, discarding, allocation, management

常见短语

at one's disposal — 表示某物或资源可供某人自由使用或支配,强调可用性和控制权。

“The conference room is at your disposal for the meeting.”

(会议室可供你们开会使用。)