constraint
n
1 [U] con-straining or being constrained 约束; 强制
act under constraint, ie because one is forced to do so 受逼迫而行动.
2 [C] ~ (on sth) thing that limits or restricts 限制性或约束性的事物
There are no constraints on your choice of subject for the essay, ie You can choose whatever subject you like. 文章内容不拘, 你可任选.
3 [U] (fml 文) strained manner; unwillingness to be friendly; uneasiness 不自然的态度; 假情假意; 拘束感
I was aware of a certain constraint on their part when they were in my presence. 我觉察到我在时他们有些拘束.
🔁 扩展释义
*[kәn'streint]n. 强制, 约束【计】 约束相关词组: feel constraint in sb's presence
Are we allowed to use the basin by the side of the cupboard?
我们可以使用器皿柜旁边的那个水盆吗?
You were very kind. You brought out all your jewellery and you told me I could take anything I wanted. There were so many beautiful things that it was hard to choose. And then I saw a lovely diamond necklace with a big blue stone in the centre.