crucible
n
1 pot in which metals are melted 坩埚.
2 (fig rhet 比喻, 修辞) severe test or trial 严峻的考验
The alliance had been forged in the crucible of war. 这个联盟经受了战争的严峻考验.
🏥 医学释义
坩埚,炉缸
🗣️ 情景例句
Nice to meet you, Mrs. Cooper.
很高兴见到你, Cooper太太。
Do you work near the library?
你在图书馆附近工作吗?
or through hiring it, the total expense can be far less than the cost of hotels.