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sustaining

UK //səˈsteɪnɪŋ//US //səˈsteɪnɪŋ//

词源

源自拉丁语 'sustinere',由 'sub-'(在...之下)和 'tenere'(保持)组成,意为“支撑”或“维持”。

verb

❶ 维持或持续某种状态、活动或存在,通常指长时间保持某种状态或提供必要的支持。

“The organization is dedicated to sustaining local wildlife habitats.”

(该组织致力于维持当地野生动物的栖息地。)

“Good nutrition is essential for sustaining energy levels throughout the day.”

(良好的营养对维持一天的能量水平至关重要。)

同义词:maintaining, supporting, upholding

常见短语

self-sustaining — 指能够独立维持或运作,不需要外部支持或干预的状态或系统。

“The farm is designed to be completely self-sustaining.”

(这个农场设计为完全自给自足。)