collapse

關於collapse的翻譯

<<動詞>>折疊崩潰,倒塌,虛脫 <<非及物動詞>>倒塌,崩潰,瓦解 <<及物動詞>>使倒塌

collapse definition

1. an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion
• examples: the commander's prostration demoralized his men
2. a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in
• examples: the roof is in danger of collapse
• examples: the collapse of the old star under its own gravity
3. break down, literally or metaphorically
• examples: The wall collapsed
• examples: The business collapsed
• examples: The dam broke
• examples: The roof collapsed
• examples: The wall gave in
• examples: The roof finally gave under the weight of the ice
4. fold or close up
• examples: fold up your umbrella
• examples: collapse the music stand
5. cause to burst
• examples: The ice broke the pipe
6. lose significance, effectiveness, or value
• examples: The school system is collapsing
• examples: The stock market collapsed