emergency
UK [ɪ'mɜ:.dʒənt.si] US [-'mɝ:-] noun countable or uncountable
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■something dangerous or serious, such as an accident, which happens suddenly or unexpectedly and needs fast action in order to avoid harmful results 紧急情况；不测事件；突发事件•How would disabled people escape in an emergency?如果发生紧急情况，伤残人士如何逃离？ •Is the emergency exit suitable for wheelchairs?安全出口适合轮椅通行吗？ •The pilot of the aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing on Lake Geneva.这架飞机的驾驶员不得不在日内瓦湖面上紧急迫降。 |