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thick

UK/θik/US
NGSL 2kA1

Definitions

adj.

Having a large extent between opposite surfaces; dense or heavy in consistency

厚的;粗壮的;浓密的

adv.

In a thick or dense manner

厚厚地;密集地

n.

The most active or intense part of something

最激烈处,最密集处

Root Breakdown

Native English
thickother
=thick

Common Collocations

  • 1.thick fog浓雾
  • 2.thick accent浓重的口音
  • 3.thick skin脸皮厚/承受力强
  • 4.in the thick of在……最激烈之处

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The castle walls were nearly two meters thick, built to withstand sieges.

  • 2.

    A thick fog rolled in from the sea, making driving dangerous.

  • 3.

    She pushed through the thick crowd to reach the exit.

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