despoliation
US /dɪˌspoʊ.liˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˌspəʊ.liˈeɪ.ʃən/
名词
掠夺, 抢劫, 破坏
the act of plundering, robbing, or stripping of goods, valuables, or resources
示例:
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The museum was accused of the despoliation of cultural artifacts from ancient sites.
该博物馆被指控掠夺了古代遗址的文化文物。
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The environmental group protested against the despoliation of the rainforest for logging.
环保组织抗议为伐木而破坏雨林。