raising
US /ˈreɪzɪŋ/
UK /ˈreɪzɪŋ/
名词
1.
抚养, 养育
the act of bringing up or caring for a child
示例:
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The raising of children is a huge responsibility.
抚养孩子是一项巨大的责任。
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She dedicated her life to the raising of her grandchildren.
她将一生奉献给了抚养孙辈。
2.
筹集, 募集
the act of collecting money for a particular purpose
示例:
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The charity is involved in fund-raising for medical research.
该慈善机构参与为医学研究筹集资金。
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They organized a successful fund-raising event.
他们组织了一次成功的筹款活动。
形容词
升高的, 举起的
causing something to move to a higher position
示例:
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The raising of the flag marked the start of the ceremony.
升旗标志着仪式的开始。
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The raising of the bridge allowed ships to pass.
升起桥梁让船只通过。