词汇 | torch |
释义 | torch (verb) torch 6 ENTRIES FOUND: torch (noun) torch (verb) torch singer (noun) torch song (noun) carry (verb) pass (verb) 1 torch /ˈtoɚtʃ/ noun plural torches 1 torch /ˈtoɚtʃ/ noun plural torches Learner's definition of TORCH [count] 1 : a long stick with material at one end that burns brightly火炬;火把 the Olympic torch奥林匹克火炬 — often used figuratively常用作比喻 the torch of truth/hope真理/希望的火炬 2 : blowtorch 3 British : flashlight carry a torch : to continue to have romantic feelings for someone who does not love you单相思;单恋 — usually + for Is she still carrying a torch for him after all this time?过了这么久她还在对他单相思吗? carry the torch : to support or promote a cause in an enthusiastic way为…奋斗;为…奋战 His children continue to carry the torch [=crusade] for justice.他的孩子们继续为正义而奋斗。 pass the torch chiefly US ◊ If you pass the torch (on) or pass on the torch, you give your job, duties, etc., to another person.移交,交接(工作、职责等) He is retiring and passing the torch on to his successor.他要退休了,要把工作移交给他的继任者。 She says she's ready to pass the torch.她说她准备好交接工作了。 2 torch /ˈtoɚtʃ/ verb torches; torched; torching 2 torch /ˈtoɚtʃ/ verb torches; torched; torching Learner's definition of TORCH [+ object] : to set fire to (something, such as a building) deliberately : to cause (something) to burn纵火;放火 An arsonist torched the building.纵火犯放火烧了这幢楼。 |
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