新东方-柯林斯雅思备考词典

grid

英  [grɪd]
    

[NOUN]

    NOUN. 名词
  • grids

    1[C 可数名词] 网格 , (地图上的)坐标方格

    A grid is something which is in a pattern of straight lines that cross over each other, forming squares. On maps, the grid is used to help you find a particular thing or place.

    双语例句

    例:

    a grid of ironwork.

    铁格栅。

    例:

    a grid of narrow streets.

    纵横交错的狭窄街道。

    2[C 可数名词] (输电网等)系统网络

    A grid is a network of wires and cables by which sources of power, such as electricity, are distributed throughout a country or area.

    双语例句

    例:

    breakdowns in communications and electric-power grids.

    通信与输电网故障。

    3[C 可数名词] 赛车起跑线

    The grid or the starting grid is the starting line on a car-racing track.

    双语例句

    例:

    The Ferrari driver was starting second on the grid.

    那位法拉利赛车手排在起跑线的第二位。