limbo
UK/'limbәu/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A state of uncertainty or neglect where nothing progresses; in Catholic theology, a place for souls not admitted to heaven
不确定状态，被遗忘的处境；（天主教）灵薄狱
v.
To place someone or something in an uncertain or unresolved state
使处于不确定状态
Root Breakdown
Native Englishlimboother
=limbo
Common Collocations
- 1.in limbo处于不确定状态
- 2.cast into limbo陷入不确定状态
Example Sentences
- 1.
The company's new project has been in limbo for months without a decision.