adoption
/əˈdɒpʃən/ · /əˈdɑːpʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3423 in the learning path
采纳；采用
Definitions
n. the act of beginning to use an idea or method
采纳；采用
n. the legal process of becoming a child's parent
收养
Example
The adoption of online booking made appointments much easier.
采用网上预约后，约时间方便多了。
Wider adoption of renewable energy could reduce air pollution and create employment in rural communities.
更广泛地采用可再生能源可以减少空气污染，并为农村社区创造就业机会。
Collocations
- adoption of technology
- widespread adoption
- child adoption
- adoption agency
Word family
- adopt (v.)
- adoptive (adj.)
- adopted (adj.)
Usage tip
adoption是采用或收养；adaptation是适应或改编。
FAQ
- What does adoption mean?
- the act of beginning to use an idea or method the legal process of becoming a child's parent
- How is adoption pronounced?
- UK /əˈdɒpʃən/, US /əˈdɑːpʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
