suspension
/səˈspenʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5459 in the learning path
暂停；停职；停学
Definitions
n. A temporary stop to an activity or someone's participation
暂停；停职；停学
n. Vehicle parts that reduce shaking on uneven roads
车辆悬架
n. A liquid containing undissolved particles, or their state within it
悬浮液；悬浮状态
Example
The storm caused the suspension of all ferry services.
暴风雨导致所有渡轮服务暂停。
The temporary suspension of construction work allowed researchers to assess the project's impact on local wildlife.
建筑工程的暂时停工让研究人员得以评估该项目对当地野生动物的影响。
Collocations
- suspension of services
- school suspension
- suspension system
- in suspension
Word family
- suspend (v.)
- suspended (adj.)
Usage tip
表示暂时中止；车辆语境中指悬架。
FAQ
- What does suspension mean?
- A temporary stop to an activity or someone's participation Vehicle parts that reduce shaking on uneven roads A liquid containing undissolved particles, or their state within it
- How is suspension pronounced?
- UK /səˈspenʃən/, US /səˈspenʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
