crystal
/ˈkrɪstəl/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #3361 in the learning path
晶体；结晶
Definitions
n. A solid whose particles form a regular, repeating pattern.
晶体；结晶
n. Clear quartz used in jewellery and decorative objects.
水晶
n. High-quality glass, or objects made from it.
水晶玻璃；水晶玻璃制品
Example
We examined a salt crystal under the classroom microscope.
我们用教室里的显微镜观察了一颗盐晶体。
The structure of a crystal influences its physical properties and determines its suitability for various industrial applications.
晶体结构影响其物理性质，并决定它是否适合各种工业用途。
Collocations
- salt crystals
- crystal structure
- crystal glass
- crystal clear
Word family
- crystalline (adj.)
- crystallise (v.)
- crystallisation (n.)
Usage tip
crystal clear既可形容水清澈，也可表示意思十分清楚。
FAQ
- What does crystal mean?
- A solid whose particles form a regular, repeating pattern. Clear quartz used in jewellery and decorative objects. High-quality glass, or objects made from it.
- How is crystal pronounced?
- UK /ˈkrɪstəl/, US /ˈkrɪstəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
