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dissipate

英 ['dɪsɪpeɪt] 美['dɪsɪpet]
  • vt. 浪费;使…消散
  • vi. 驱散;放荡

英英释意


1. to cause to separate and go in different directions;
"She waved her hand and scattered the crowds"
2. move away from each other;
"The crowds dispersed"
"The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached";
3. spend frivolously and unwisely;
"Fritter away one's inheritance"
4. live a life or pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption