redundant
/rɪˈdʌndənt/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #5831 in the learning path
多余的；不必要的
Definitions
adj. unnecessary because it is no longer needed or repeats something
多余的；不必要的
adj. having lost a job because the employer no longer needs it
因岗位取消而被裁的
Example
This spare cable is redundant now we use wireless speakers.
既然我们用无线音箱了，这根备用线就多余了。
Factory workers may be made redundant when automated systems take over tasks previously performed by people.
当自动化系统接手原先由人完成的任务时，工厂工人可能会被裁员。
Collocations
- make someone redundant
- redundant information
- become redundant
Word family
- redundancy (n.)
Synonyms
- unnecessary
- superfluous
Antonyms
- necessary
- essential
Usage tip
英式英语中be made redundant指岗位取消而被裁员。
FAQ
- What does redundant mean?
- unnecessary because it is no longer needed or repeats something having lost a job because the employer no longer needs it
- How is redundant pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈdʌndənt/, US /rɪˈdʌndənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
