build-up
['bɪld.ʌp] noun countable usually singular
INCREASE 增加
■an increase, especially one that is gradual and steady 增强，加强；增大•The build-up of troops in the region makes war seem more likely.在这一地区集结军队加大了战争爆发的可能性。
['bɪld.ʌp] noun countable usually singular
PRAISE 赞扬
■when something or someone is praised and publicised in a way which influences other people 赞扬；吹捧•The group got a big build-up before their tour, being touted by many as the next Beatles.在巡回演出前对该乐队进行了大规模的宣传，许多人将其吹捧为新一代披头四乐队。
['bɪld.ʌp] noun countable usually singular
PREPARATION 准备 UK the period of preparation before something happens 事前准备期•There was a lot of excitement in the build-up to the Olympics.奥运的前期准备工作中有许多让人兴奋的事。 |