escarpment

is'kɑ:pmәnt

n. a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion
n. a steep artificial slope in front of a fortification

n. 悬崖, 断崖, 绝壁

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BNC 频率

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使用频率

escarpment 可以拆分为前缀 es-（表示向外）和词根 carp（源自拉丁语，表示边缘或悬崖）和后缀 -ment（表示状态或过程）。整体意思为“向外突出的边缘或悬崖”。

例句

1. The hikers enjoyed the view from the top of the escarpment.

登山者们欣赏到了悬崖顶部的美景。

2. Many animals live on the steep slopes of the escarpment.

许多动物生活在悬崖的陡坡上。

3. The town is located just below the escarpment, making it a popular spot for tourists.

这个小镇位于悬崖下方，成为了游客们的热门景点。