importation
/ˌɪmpɔːˈteɪʃən/ · /ˌɪmpɔːrˈteɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6839 in the learning path
进口；输入
Definitions
n. the process of bringing goods into a country from abroad
进口；输入
Example
The importation of fresh fruit requires careful temperature control.
进口新鲜水果需要严格控制温度。
Restrictions on the importation of agricultural products may protect local farmers but increase food prices for consumers.
限制农产品进口可能保护本地农民，却也会提高消费者购买食品的价格。
Collocations
- importation of goods
- restrict importation
- illegal importation
Word family
- import (v.)
- importer (n.)
- imported (adj.)
Antonyms
- exportation
Usage tip
较正式，通常不可数；常用the importation of。
FAQ
- What does importation mean?
- the process of bringing goods into a country from abroad
- How is importation pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪmpɔːˈteɪʃən/, US /ˌɪmpɔːrˈteɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
