ray
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Definitions
n.
A narrow beam of light, radiation, or energy; a straight line extending from a point
光线,射线;辐射线
v.
To emit or radiate outward in rays
放射,辐射
🧩 Root Breakdown
rayother
=ray
Common Collocations
- 1.ray of light一束光线
- 2.ray of hope一线希望
- 3.ray of sunshine一缕阳光/开心果(比喻)
- 4.ultraviolet ray紫外线
Example Sentences
- 1.
A single ray of sunlight broke through the clouds and lit up the valley below.
- 2.
Scientists use X-rays to examine the internal structure of bones and tissues.
- 3.
Even in her darkest moments, she held on to every ray of hope she could find.