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historic

/hɪˈstɒrɪk/ · /hɪˈstɔːrɪk/

CEFR level B1Topic HistoryWord #3206 in the learning path

有历史意义的;历史著名的

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Definitions

adj. Important in history or likely to be remembered in history.

有历史意义的;历史著名的

Example

We crossed the historic bridge just before sunset.

我们在日落前走过了那座历史名桥。

Protecting historic buildings helps cities preserve their cultural identity while attracting visitors and supporting local businesses.

保护历史建筑有助于城市保留文化特色,同时吸引游客并支持当地商业。

Collocations

  • historic building
  • historic event
  • historic landmark
  • historic agreement

Word family

  • history (n.)
  • historical (adj.)
  • historically (adv.)
  • historian (n.)

Synonyms

  • momentous

Usage tip

historic强调历史意义;historical泛指与历史有关。

FAQ

What does historic mean?
Important in history or likely to be remembered in history.
How is historic pronounced?
UK /hɪˈstɒrɪk/, US /hɪˈstɔːrɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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