英语词汇“versatile”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

WORD ORIGINversatile

Origin:

1600-1700 French, Latin versatilis ‘turning easily’, from versare ‘to turn’, from versus; ➔ VERSE

EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES

a versatile athlete
a versatile work table
Because lavender oil is versatile and cheap, it is the most used in aromatherapy.
Few foods are as versatile as cheese.
Few musicians are as versatile as he is: he plays, composes, arranges, and teaches.
Meryl Streep is a wonderfully versatile actress.

EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS

Both have so far proved effective, which shows that ready cash is more versatile than credit cards and cheque books.
Felt boards are very versatile, and they are only limited by the imagination of the teacher.
No comic actress working today is funnier or more versatile.
They feed suspended in mid-water, but are versatile enough to browse also under the ice and on the seabed.
Whatever, bamboo is versatile and appealing and is a great material to rediscover as we enter the new millennium.

Longman Language Activatorgood at doing a lot of different things► versatile

good at doing a lot of different things and able to learn new skills quickly and easily: · Meryl Streep is a wonderfully versatile actress.· Few musicians are as versatile as he is: he plays, composes, arranges, and teaches.

► all-rounder

British someone who is good at doing a lot of different things: · We're looking for a good all-rounder -- someone who can run the office, deal with customers' complaints, and so on.· At the school, children were encouraged to be "all-rounders" - they were to aim for success in games as well as study.

something that can be used in various ways► versatile

something that is versatile can be used in many different ways: · Few foods are as versatile as cheese.· Because lavender oil is versatile and cheap, it is the most used in aromatherapy.· a versatile work table

► multi-purpose

a multi-purpose tool, machine, piece of equipment etc has been specially designed to have many different uses: · The emergency box contains a multi-purpose knife with screwdriver, scissors and a can-opener.· The new multi-purpose bank card gives access to your checking accounts and can also be used as a credit card.

► all-purpose

an all-purpose product has been specially made for all the uses which that type of product has: · You can buy an all-purpose greetings card, with blank space, for you to write in your own message.· an all-purpose cleaning fluid

COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB► extremely

· Pastel shades are extremely versatile and blend with most traditional Western furnishings and interior designs.· It is an extremely versatile commodity in that it provides petrol, fuel oil, chemicals and synthetic fibres, etc.· The Sverdlov-class of cruiser, of which 22 were to be built, was an extremely versatile type of warship.· Scissors types are extremely versatile powered by battery, propane gas or diesel.· New Kibun Prawn Sticks are extremely versatile.· It is full of flavour and is a convenient and extremely versatile food.· Most commercial instruments are extremely versatile, with an extensive choice of rotor speeds and a temperature control system.

► highly

· In short, the pen-based interface is highly versatile, and offers many further capabilities besides that of handwritten input.· I found the Vulcan to be a highly versatile jacket - great for hillwalking, spring skiing and everyday use.

► more

· A well cut, short style is possibly more versatile than any other hair length.· No comic actress working today is funnier or more versatile.· Both have so far proved effective, which shows that ready cash is more versatile than credit cards and cheque books.· S., these vehicles are catching on because they are roomier and more versatile than traditional car models.· It will be faster, more versatile and user-friendly than any previous technology.· None, however, is more versatile than Neikrug.· As networks spread and computers become more versatile, such problems will inevitably increase.· The techniques developed will lead to a more versatile approach to landscape assessment than is presently possible.

► most

· It is the brian-child of Barbara Hall who can fairly claim to be the most versatile crossword compiler in the business.· The dry mixes are the most versatile.· By experimenting one will only discover the delights of this neglected, but most versatile medium.· Now they can go about their business of being the deepest, most versatile, most talented team in the nation.· These survivors, and their many descendants, provide us with one of the most versatile of tree fruits.· Tourmaline One of the most versatile gems.· Again, fleeces provide the most versatile mid-layer, though few of them are very effective at keeping out the wind.· The original owner played a vital role in the most versatile design and layout features.

► so

· Normally it has to be one or the other, but leather is so versatile it can be both.· In fact, I played Miriam, and Mo, being so versatile, played another role.· They are so versatile - ranging from the elegant to the honestly simple, from the highly spiced to the delicately flavoured.· That's also why I like having long hair, it's so versatile.· Very few men have led so versatile or so successful a life as Peter Scott.

► very

· Felt boards are very versatile, and they are only limited by the imagination of the teacher.· They were available in large numbers, they could fly low, and they were tremendously maneuver-able and very versatile.· It's a very versatile shape for everyone from the slender to the grandest size.· Because microorganisms are very versatile and can be quite efficient at degrading toxic compounds, using biotechnology can be cost-effective.· Lurchers are, in fact, very versatile animals.· Bar charts are very versatile and accurate.· Inkjet technology is also proving to be very versatile.· These two essences are very versatile having a myriad of therapeutic properties.

单词	versatile
释义	versatilever‧sa‧tile /ˈvɜːsətaɪl $ ˈvɜːrsətl/ ●○○ adjective Word Origin WORD ORIGINversatile Origin: 1600-1700 French, Latin versatilis ‘turning easily’, from versare ‘to turn’, from versus; ➔ VERSE Examples EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES a versatile athlete a versatile work table Because lavender oil is versatile and cheap, it is the most used in aromatherapy. Few foods are as versatile as cheese. Few musicians are as versatile as he is: he plays, composes, arranges, and teaches. Meryl Streep is a wonderfully versatile actress. EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS Both have so far proved effective, which shows that ready cash is more versatile than credit cards and cheque books. Felt boards are very versatile, and they are only limited by the imagination of the teacher. No comic actress working today is funnier or more versatile. They feed suspended in mid-water, but are versatile enough to browse also under the ice and on the seabed. Whatever, bamboo is versatile and appealing and is a great material to rediscover as we enter the new millennium. Thesaurus Longman Language Activatorgood at doing a lot of different things► versatile good at doing a lot of different things and able to learn new skills quickly and easily: · Meryl Streep is a wonderfully versatile actress.· Few musicians are as versatile as he is: he plays, composes, arranges, and teaches. ► all-rounder British someone who is good at doing a lot of different things: · We're looking for a good all-rounder -- someone who can run the office, deal with customers' complaints, and so on.· At the school, children were encouraged to be "all-rounders" - they were to aim for success in games as well as study. something that can be used in various ways► versatile something that is versatile can be used in many different ways: · Few foods are as versatile as cheese.· Because lavender oil is versatile and cheap, it is the most used in aromatherapy.· a versatile work table ► multi-purpose a multi-purpose tool, machine, piece of equipment etc has been specially designed to have many different uses: · The emergency box contains a multi-purpose knife with screwdriver, scissors and a can-opener.· The new multi-purpose bank card gives access to your checking accounts and can also be used as a credit card. ► all-purpose an all-purpose product has been specially made for all the uses which that type of product has: · You can buy an all-purpose greetings card, with blank space, for you to write in your own message.· an all-purpose cleaning fluid Collocations COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB► extremely · Pastel shades are extremely versatile and blend with most traditional Western furnishings and interior designs.· It is an extremely versatile commodity in that it provides petrol, fuel oil, chemicals and synthetic fibres, etc.· The Sverdlov-class of cruiser, of which 22 were to be built, was an extremely versatile type of warship.· Scissors types are extremely versatile powered by battery, propane gas or diesel.· New Kibun Prawn Sticks are extremely versatile.· It is full of flavour and is a convenient and extremely versatile food.· Most commercial instruments are extremely versatile, with an extensive choice of rotor speeds and a temperature control system. ► highly · In short, the pen-based interface is highly versatile, and offers many further capabilities besides that of handwritten input.· I found the Vulcan to be a highly versatile jacket - great for hillwalking, spring skiing and everyday use. ► more · A well cut, short style is possibly more versatile than any other hair length.· No comic actress working today is funnier or more versatile.· Both have so far proved effective, which shows that ready cash is more versatile than credit cards and cheque books.· S., these vehicles are catching on because they are roomier and more versatile than traditional car models.· It will be faster, more versatile and user-friendly than any previous technology.· None, however, is more versatile than Neikrug.· As networks spread and computers become more versatile, such problems will inevitably increase.· The techniques developed will lead to a more versatile approach to landscape assessment than is presently possible. ► most · It is the brian-child of Barbara Hall who can fairly claim to be the most versatile crossword compiler in the business.· The dry mixes are the most versatile.· By experimenting one will only discover the delights of this neglected, but most versatile medium.· Now they can go about their business of being the deepest, most versatile, most talented team in the nation.· These survivors, and their many descendants, provide us with one of the most versatile of tree fruits.· Tourmaline One of the most versatile gems.· Again, fleeces provide the most versatile mid-layer, though few of them are very effective at keeping out the wind.· The original owner played a vital role in the most versatile design and layout features. ► so · Normally it has to be one or the other, but leather is so versatile it can be both.· In fact, I played Miriam, and Mo, being so versatile, played another role.· They are so versatile - ranging from the elegant to the honestly simple, from the highly spiced to the delicately flavoured.· That's also why I like having long hair, it's so versatile.· Very few men have led so versatile or so successful a life as Peter Scott. ► very · Felt boards are very versatile, and they are only limited by the imagination of the teacher.· They were available in large numbers, they could fly low, and they were tremendously maneuver-able and very versatile.· It's a very versatile shape for everyone from the slender to the grandest size.· Because microorganisms are very versatile and can be quite efficient at degrading toxic compounds, using biotechnology can be cost-effective.· Lurchers are, in fact, very versatile animals.· Bar charts are very versatile and accurate.· Inkjet technology is also proving to be very versatile.· These two essences are very versatile having a myriad of therapeutic properties. 1someone who is versatile has many different skills: a very versatile performer a more versatile workforce2having many different uses: The potato is an extremely versatile vegetable.—versatility /ˌvɜːsəˈtɪləti $ ˌvɜːr-/ noun [uncountable]: Hegley’s outstanding versatility as an all-round entertainer
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