Friday,2026.01.02
New words:
eliminate [ɪˈlɪməˌnet] v.消除;消灭;清除;淘汰
词源拆解:
源自拉丁语 “eliminatus”。
由前缀 e-(出、离开) + 词根 “limen”(门槛) + 后缀 “-ate”(动词后缀)构成。
字面意思是 “跨出门槛、排除在外”
核心语义围绕“彻底去除不需要的事物”或“在竞争中淘汰对手”展开。
必记高频搭配
eliminate risks 消除风险
We must check the equipment regularly to eliminate potential risks.
eliminate mistakes/errors 消除错误
Reading the article again can help you eliminate spelling mistakes.
be eliminated from sth 淘汰
Our team was eliminated from the football match yesterday.