authorities
US /əˈθɔr.ə.tiz/
UK /əˈθɒr.ə.tiz/
複數名詞
1.
當局, 權力機構
the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience
範例:
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The local authorities are responsible for maintaining public order.
地方當局負責維護公共秩序。
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You need to report this to the proper authorities.
你需要向有關當局報告此事。
2.
當局, 行政機構
a person or organization having political or administrative power and control
範例:
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The health authorities issued a warning about the contaminated water.
衛生當局發布了關於受污染水的警告。
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The school authorities decided to close the campus due to the storm.
學校當局決定因暴風雨關閉校園。