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idiot light

/ˈɪdi.ət laɪt/

翻译: 汽车仪表盘上的警示灯,用以提示机械故障或异常状况,常暗示驾驶员只需依赖灯光提示,而不必自行深入了解问题。

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/ˈɪdi.ət laɪt/C1slangamericantechnical
  • zh汽车仪表盘上的警示灯,用以提示机械故障或异常状况,常暗示驾驶员只需依赖灯光提示,而不必自行深入了解问题。

An informal term for a warning light on a vehicle's dashboard that indicates a mechanical problem, often implying the driver is expected to rely on the light rather than understanding the issue themselves.

  1. Dashboard warning lightB2informalamerican

    A simple warning light on a vehicle's dashboard that indicates a problem, designed to be understood without technical knowledge.

    zh仪表盘警告灯

    • The idiot light came on, so I pulled over to check the engine.
    • Don't ignore the idiot light; it might mean low oil pressure.
    • My car's idiot light for the battery just turned on.