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en garde

/ɒ̃ ˈɡɑːrd/

翻译: 击剑术语,用于警告在对决前采取防守姿势;也引申表示准备面对冲突或挑战。

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/ɒ̃ ˈɡɑːrd/C1formalsport
  • zh击剑术语,用于警告在对决前采取防守姿势;也引申表示准备面对冲突或挑战。

A fencing term used as a warning to assume a defensive position before a match; also used figuratively to indicate readiness for a confrontation or challenge.

  1. Fencing stanceB2formal

    A command used in fencing to signal the start of a bout, meaning 'on guard' or 'ready'.

    zh准备

    • The referee shouted 'En garde!' and the match began.
    • He assumed the en garde position with his sword raised.
    • Fencers must be in the en garde stance before the signal.
  2. Ready positionC1informal

    A state of readiness or alertness, often used metaphorically in competitive situations.

    zh戒备姿势

    • The team was en garde for the final match of the season.
    • She stayed en garde during the entire negotiation.
    • He was always en garde, ready to defend his position.