gird
US /ɡɝːd/
UK /ɡɜːd/
动词
1.
准备, 做好准备
to prepare oneself for something difficult or challenging
示例:
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The nation must gird itself for war.
国家必须做好准备迎接战争。
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He girded himself for the difficult conversation ahead.
他为即将到来的艰难对话做好了准备。
2.
束缚, 环绕
to encircle or fasten with a belt or band
示例:
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He girded his sword to his side.
他把剑佩戴在腰间。
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The city was girded by ancient walls.
这座城市被古老的城墙环绕。