crucible
n
1 pot in which metals are melted 坩埚.
2 (fig rhet 比喻, 修辞) severe test or trial 严峻的考验
The alliance had been forged in the crucible of war. 这个联盟经受了战争的严峻考验.
🏥 医学释义
坩埚,炉缸
🗣️ 情景例句
Neither can I.
我也一样。
A straw shows which way the wind blows.
一叶便知秋。
Yes, Mom, said Lucy. I haven't forgotten anything.