max
UKUS
A2
Definitions
n.
The maximum; the greatest amount or limit (informal).
（非正式）最大量；最大限度。
adv.
At the most (informal): It'll take an hour max.
（非正式）至多；最多。
v.
To reach or use the greatest possible amount (usually max out).
（常作 max out）达到上限；用到极限。
Root Breakdown
Root-derived=max
A clipped, informal short form of maximum. Same meaning, casual register; often in 'max out' (push to the limit, e.g. max out a credit card).
Root maj still carries 25 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.max out刷爆/用到上限
- 2.to the max到极限
- 3.an hour max至多一小时
Example Sentences
- 1.
The trip will take two hours max.
- 2.
He maxed out his credit card on the holiday.