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Cartilage Strong Tissue Body Supports Joints Nose 英

英语单词 cartilage
英美音标 英 ['kɑːtɪlɪdʒ] 美 ['kɑːrtɪlɪdʒ]
中文释义 n.软骨
英语例句 (1) The cartilage in such areas is almost inextensible.
(2) Cartilage serves as a supporting framework for softer tissues.
中文例句 (1) 这些部位的软骨几乎一点儿也不能伸展。
(2) 软骨对于软组织起到一种支持框架作用。
vocabulary简明 Cartilage is the strong but bendable tissue found in various parts of your body, such as the joints. Your outer ear is made of cartilage, which is why you can pull on and bend it.
vocabulary扩展 Whenever you run or jump, thank your cartilage. It's the strong but stretchy tissue that supports your joints so you don't just fall to the ground in a heap. Cartilage also gives your nose its shape. And when you have a cold, you can blow that nose forcefully without hurting it because your cartilage also supports your honker.
柯林斯解释
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[N-VAR 可变名词]软骨(组织) Cartilage is a strong, flexible substance in your body, especially around your joints and in your nose.
  • ...a serious knee cartilage injury.

    膝部软骨组织严重受伤

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