Definitions
n. A point just before something happens, especially something bad.
紧要关头；边缘
n. The edge of a cliff or steep drop.
陡边；崖边
Example
Their little shop was on the brink of closing.
他们的小店差一点就关门了。
Prolonged drought has pushed several rural communities to the brink of a severe food crisis.
长期干旱已将几个农村社区推到严重粮食危机的边缘。
Collocations
- on the brink of collapse
- bring back from the brink
- push to the brink
Synonyms
- verge
- edge
Usage tip
on the brink of后接名词或动名词，常指危机。
FAQ
- What does brink mean?
- A point just before something happens, especially something bad. The edge of a cliff or steep drop.
- How is brink pronounced?
- UK /brɪŋk/, US /brɪŋk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
