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shock wave

/ˈʃɒk weɪv/

翻译: 在介质(如空气、水或土壤)中以超过声速传播的强烈扰动,通常由爆炸、地震或超音速物体引起。比喻义指在群体或社会中迅速传播的强烈且常为负面的反应或影响。

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/ˈʃɒk weɪv/B2formalscientific
  • zh在介质(如空气、水或土壤)中以超过声速传播的强烈扰动,通常由爆炸、地震或超音速物体引起。比喻义指在群体或社会中迅速传播的强烈且常为负面的反应或影响。

A powerful disturbance that moves through a medium (such as air, water, or earth) at a speed faster than sound, typically caused by an explosion, earthquake, or supersonic object. Figuratively, it can refer to a strong and often negative reaction or impact that spreads through a group or society.

  1. Physical shock waveB2formal

    A region of high pressure and high temperature that travels through a medium at supersonic speed, caused by an explosion or a fast-moving object.

    zh冲击波

    • The bomb explosion created a powerful shock wave that shattered windows.
    • Supersonic jets produce a shock wave when they break the sound barrier.
    • The shock wave from the earthquake traveled hundreds of miles.
  2. Figurative shock waveB2informal

    A strong and often negative reaction or effect that spreads through a group or society.

    zh冲击波

    • The news of the CEO's resignation sent shock waves through the company.
    • The scandal caused shock waves across the political landscape.
    • The announcement of the new policy sent shock waves through the community.