defalcate
US /dɪˈfæl.keɪt/
UK /dɪˈfæl.keɪt/
动词
贪污, 挪用
to embezzle or misappropriate funds
示例:
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The accountant was accused of trying to defalcate company funds.
会计被指控试图贪污公司资金。
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It is a serious crime to defalcate money entrusted to your care.
贪污受托保管的钱是严重的罪行。