dilator
US /daɪˈleɪtər/
UK /daɪˈleɪtər/
名詞
1.
擴張器
an instrument used to enlarge an opening in the body
範例:
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The surgeon used a specialized dilator to widen the artery.
外科醫生使用專用擴張器來擴張動脈。
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Vaginal dilators are used in the treatment of certain medical conditions.
陰道擴張器用於治療某些疾病。
2.
擴張劑
a substance that causes dilation
範例:
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The doctor prescribed a powerful dilator to help with the patient's breathing.
醫生開了一種強效擴張劑來幫助病人呼吸。
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Bronchial dilators are commonly used to treat asthma.
支氣管擴張劑常用於治療哮喘。