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swarm

/swɔːm/ · /swɔːrm/

CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6012 in the learning path

蜂群;成群的昆虫

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Definitions

n. A large group of insects moving or gathering together.

蜂群;成群的昆虫

v. Move or gather somewhere in large numbers.

蜂拥;成群移动

Example

A swarm of bees gathered on the apple tree.

一群蜜蜂聚集在苹果树上。

Visitors swarm into coastal towns during summer, increasing demand for public transport and waste collection services.

游客在夏季涌入沿海城镇,增加了对公共交通和垃圾收集服务的需求。

Collocations

  • a swarm of bees
  • swarm into
  • swarm with tourists

Usage tip

be swarming with表示某处挤满人或昆虫。

FAQ

What does swarm mean?
A large group of insects moving or gathering together. Move or gather somewhere in large numbers.
How is swarm pronounced?
UK /swɔːm/, US /swɔːrm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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