motorized; flexible; mobile; contingency
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesadjective
motorized; power-driven; engine-powered
Used as an attributive modifier (属性词) to describe vehicles, vessels, or equipment powered by engines rather than manual force or natural power.
This is a motorized vehicle.
Motorboats are much faster than sailing boats.
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Motor vehicles are prohibited in the park.
adjective
flexible; discretionary; expedient
Describes handling matters according to circumstances or using resources in a flexible manner rather than following rigid rules.
You can use this fund flexibly at your discretion.
We need to handle problems in a flexible manner.
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The schedule is very flexible and can be adjusted at any time.
adjective
contingency; reserve; standby; mobile
Used as an attributive modifier to describe funds, forces, or resources kept in reserve for emergency deployment or flexible use.
This contingency fund is used to deal with emergencies.
We have kept a portion of mobile forces in reserve.
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The mobile troops are on standby at all times.