underlay
US /ˈʌn.dɚ.leɪ/
UK /ˈʌn.də.leɪ/
名詞
襯墊, 底層
a layer of material placed under another, especially carpet or linoleum, to provide cushioning or insulation
範例:
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We need to buy new underlay before laying the carpet.
鋪地毯前我們需要買新的襯墊。
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Good quality underlay can significantly extend the life of your carpet.
優質的襯墊可以顯著延長地毯的使用壽命。
動詞
位於下方, 鋪在下面
to lie or be placed under something
範例:
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The old foundations underlay the new building.
舊地基位於新建築的下方。
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A thick layer of insulation underlay the floorboards.
一層厚厚的絕緣材料鋪在地板下。