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drawback

🇬🇧 UK/'drɒ:bæk/🇺🇸 US
IELTSTOEFLC1

Definitions

n.

A disadvantage or problem that reduces the value or appeal of something

缺点;不利因素

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
drawto pull, drag, or move by pulling
+
backrear part of the body, reverse side
=drawback

Common Collocations

  • 1.main drawback主要缺点
  • 2.significant drawback显著缺点
  • 3.only drawback唯一缺点

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The main drawback of living downtown is the high cost of rent and housing prices.

  • 2.

    Despite its benefits, the new software has a significant drawback in terms of user interface design.

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