composite
/ˈkɒmpəzɪt/ · /kəmˈpɑːzɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #6068 in the learning path
复合的；合成的
Definitions
adj. made by combining different parts or materials
复合的；合成的
n. something made from several different parts or materials
复合材料；合成物
Example
Our new garden bench is made from composite material.
我们的新花园长椅是用复合材料制成的。
Lightweight composite materials can reduce fuel consumption by making aircraft lighter without significantly compromising their strength.
轻质复合材料能够减轻飞机重量，同时不明显损害其强度，从而降低燃料消耗。
Collocations
- composite material
- composite image
- composite index
Word family
- composition (n.)
- compose (v.)
Usage tip
强调由不同部分组合而成，常修饰material或image。
FAQ
- What does composite mean?
- made by combining different parts or materials something made from several different parts or materials
- How is composite pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒmpəzɪt/, US /kəmˈpɑːzɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
