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clipper ship

/ˈklɪpər ʃɪp/

翻译: 19世纪为追求速度而设计的高速帆船,主要用于远距离运输茶叶、香料和邮件等货物。

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/ˈklɪpər ʃɪp/C1formal
  • zh19世纪为追求速度而设计的高速帆船,主要用于远距离运输茶叶、香料和邮件等货物。

A fast sailing ship of the 19th century, designed for speed and used primarily for transporting cargo such as tea, spices, and mail over long distances.

  1. Fast sailing shipB2formal

    A fast, sleek sailing ship from the 19th century, designed for speed and used for trade and transport.

    zh快速帆船

    • The clipper ship Cutty Sark is a famous example of this type of vessel.
    • Clipper ships were essential for transporting tea from China to Europe.
    • These ships could reach remarkable speeds for their time.