a. not conforming to or in accord with tradition
a. 不符合传统的, 非传统的
1. Many people are choosing nontraditional careers that allow for more flexibility.
许多人选择非传统职业，以便获得更多的灵活性。
2. The school offers nontraditional methods of teaching that engage students more effectively.
这所学校提供非传统的教学方法，更有效地吸引学生。
3. She decided to pursue a nontraditional path by starting her own business instead of going to college.
她决定走一条非传统的道路，选择创业而不是上大学。