ditch

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Definitions

n.

A long narrow trench dug in the ground, used for drainage or irrigation.

沟渠,壕沟

v.

To abandon or get rid of something; to make an emergency landing of an aircraft on water.

抛弃,丢弃;迫降于水面

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
ditchother
=ditch

Common Collocations

  • 1.ditch plan放弃计划
  • 2.ditch idea抛弃想法
  • 3.drainage ditch排水沟

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The farmer dug a ditch along the field's perimeter to improve drainage after heavy rain.

  • 2.

    She decided to ditch her old furniture and start fresh with a minimalist design style.

  • 3.

    The driver managed to ditch the vehicle safely when the brakes suddenly failed.

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