单词 | distance marker |
释义 | > as lemmasdistance marker distance marker n. something used to indicate the distance between two things; (sometimes) spec. a mark on floors, walls, etc., to facilitate correct social distancing. ΚΠ 1853 tr. M. Lermontov Sketches Russ. Life in Caucasus i. 51 A girl and boy run forward from the rest, like distance-markers from a battalion on drill. 1943 Valley Morning Star (Harlingen, Texas) 7 Sept. (Final ed.) ii. 11/1 Probably one of the most confusing things to American tourists traveling in Mexico will be the road signs. All distance markers are marked off in kilometers. 2016 New Scientist 1 Oct. 39/2 One particular class, type 1a supernovae, burn with predictable brightness, meaning we can use them as cosmic distance markers. 2021 Hindustan Times (Nexis) 11 Aug. Common areas in the school premises will have a distance marker or floor markings to ensure social distancing is maintained among students and staff at all times. < as lemmas |
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