accumulation
/əˌkjuːmjəˈleɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #5886 in the learning path
积累；堆积；积聚物
Definitions
n. The gradual gathering of something, or the amount gathered.
积累；堆积；积聚物
Example
An accumulation of dust covered the old wooden shelves.
一层积灰覆盖了那些旧木架。
The accumulation of plastic waste in oceans threatens marine wildlife and creates lasting challenges for coastal communities.
海洋中塑料垃圾的积聚威胁着海洋野生动物，也给沿海社区带来长期挑战。
Collocations
- accumulation of wealth
- accumulation of waste
- gradual accumulation
- capital accumulation
Word family
- accumulate (v.)
- accumulative (adj.)
- cumulative (adj.)
Synonyms
- buildup
Usage tip
常接of，强调随时间逐渐增多。
FAQ
- What does accumulation mean?
- The gradual gathering of something, or the amount gathered.
- How is accumulation pronounced?
- UK /əˌkjuːmjəˈleɪʃən/, US /əˌkjuːmjəˈleɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
