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the way in which the parts of something are connected together, arranged or organized; a particular arrangement of parts 結構;構造 the structure of the building 這座建築物的結構 changes in the economic structure of society 社會經濟結構的變化 Bees have a complex social structure. 蜜蜂有着複雜的社會結構。 the grammatical structures of a language 一種語言的語法結構 the structure of proteins/DNA 蛋白質/脫氧核糖核酸的結構
Synonyms structurestructure- framework
- form
- composition
- construction
- fabric
- structure the way in which the parts of something are connected together or arranged; a particular arrangement of parts:
the structure of the building/human body 建築物/人體結構 the social structure of society 社會的社會結構 the grammatical structures of a language 一種語言的語法結構 a salary structure 工資結構
- framework a set of beliefs, ideas or rules that forms the basis of a system or society:
The report provides a framework for further research. 報告提供了進一步研究的原則。
- form [U] the arrangement of parts in a whole, especially in a work of art or piece of writing:
As a photographer, shape and form were more important to him than colour. 作爲攝影師,形狀和結構對他來說比顔色更重要。
- composition [U] (rather formal) the different parts or people that combine to form something; the way in which they combine:
recent changes in the composition of the workforce 勞動力組合最近的變化
- construction [U] the way that something has been built or made:
ships of steel construction 鋼結構船
- fabric (rather formal
) the basic structure of a society or an organization that enables it to function successfully: 指社會、機構等的基本結構: This is a trend which threatens the very fabric of society. 這趨勢威脅社會的基本結構。
- the basic structure/framework/form/composition/construction/fabric of something
- a simple/complex structure/framework/form
- the economic/political/social structure/framework/composition/fabric of something
- the chemical/genetic structure/composition of something
Extra ExamplesTopics Buildingsa2The cell walls of plants are of a fairly rigid structure. 植物的細胞壁是一種相當牢固的組織。 The flimsy structure of the vehicle could not withstand even mild impacts. 這輛車結構粗劣,連輕微的碰撞也經受不起。 The overall structure of the book is divided into three components. 這本書的總體結構分爲 3 部份。 There are weaknesses in the structure of the organization. 該組織結構上有一些缺陷。 the US military command structure 美國軍事指揮結構 A new pay structure was introduced last year. 去年實行了新的工資結構。 How does your management structure work? 你的管理結構是如何運作的? She is studying the structure and dynamics of ecosystems in the country. 她正在研究該國生態系統的結構和動態。 Students study the structure of human societies throughout history. 學生們研究貫穿整個歷史的人類社會結構。 The country's class structure is dominated by the very wealthy. 這個國家的階級結構是由非常富有的人主導的。 The old-fashioned family structure is no longer the norm. 老式的家庭結構不再是常態。 The organizational structure of our schools should be examined. 我們學校的組織結構應該檢查一下。 The usual career structure does not really fit in well with many women's lives. 通常的職業結構並不真正適合許多女性的生活。 The book will appeal to readers interested in the structure and functions of the English language. 這本書將吸引對英語的結構和功能感興趣的讀者。 They are investigating the composition and structure of governing boards. 他們正在調查管理委員會的組成和結構。 She vowed to fight back against oppressive power structures. 她發誓要反擊壓迫性的權力結構。 The company was accused of having internal structures and processes which were too rigid. 該公司被指責内部結構和流程過於僵化。 They feel that we should not genetically alter the structure of the food we eat. 他們認爲我們不應該從基因上改變我們吃的食物的結構。 The organization has decided to change its structure. 該組織已決定改變其結構。 They are putting structures in place to export high value, high quality products. 他們正在建立出口高價值、高質量産品的結構。
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- basic
- simple
- complex
- …
- have
- lack
- need
- …
- be based on something
- of a…structure
- in a/the structure
- a change in the structure
- a change to the structure
- a lack of structure
- …
- [countable]
a thing that is made of several parts, especially a building 結構體;(尤指)建築物 a stone/brick/wooden structure 石/磚/木結構建築物 She used sand and rocks to build elaborate structures on the beach. 她用沙子和岩石在海灘上建造複雜的結構。
Extra ExamplesThe library is a magnificent structure. 圖書館是一座宏偉的建築。 Some administrative buildings and other structures will be removed. 一些行政大樓和其他建築將被拆除。 They are planning to build a new barn and renovate existing structures. 他們計劃建造一個新的谷倉並翻新現有的建築。 The statue is enclosed within an outer structure of metal and glass. 這座雕像被封閉在一個由金屬和玻璃構成的外部結構中。 Heavy wooden frames form the basic structure of the windows. 沉重的木質框架構成了窗戶的基本結構。
Synonyms buildingbuildingTopics Buildingsb2- property
- premises
- complex
- structure
- block
- building a structure such as a house, an office block or a factory that has a roof and four walls.
- property a building or buildings and the surrounding land; land and buildings:
We have a buyer who would like to view the property. 我們有一買主想看看這房産。 The price of property has risen enormously. 房地産的價格大幅上升了。
- premises [pl.] the building or buildings and surrounding land that a business owns or uses:
The company is looking for larger premises. 這家公司正在尋找更大的營業場所。
- complex a group of buildings of a similar type together in one place:
a leisure complex 休閒活動中心
- structure a thing that is made of several parts, especially a building:
The pier is a wooden structure. 這個碼頭是木結構建築。
- block (British English)
a tall building that contains flats or offices; a building that forms part of a school, hospital, etc. and is used for a particular purpose: 指公寓、辦公大樓或學校、醫院等作特定用途的大樓: a block of flats 公寓大樓 the school’s science block 這所學校的理科大樓
- a(n) commercial/industrial/residential building/property/premises/complex/block
- an apartment building/complex/block
- a/the school building/premises
- to build a property/complex/structure/block
- to put up a building/property/structure/block
- to demolish/pull down a building/property/complex/structure/block
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- basic
- simple
- complex
- …
- have
- lack
- need
- …
- be based on something
- of a…structure
- in a/the structure
- a change in the structure
- a change to the structure
- a lack of structure
- …
- [uncountable, countable]
the state of being well organized or planned with all the parts linked together; a careful plan 精心組織;周密安排;體系 Your essay needs (a) structure. 你這篇文章組織不好。
Extra ExamplesSometimes the play was confusing and lacking in structure. 有時這出戲令人困惑,缺乏結構。 Pattern, structure and order form the basis of her art. 模式、結構和秩序構成了她的藝術基礎。 In terms of structure the novel has several flaws. 就組織結構而言,這部小說有幾處瑕疵。 Children need structure in their lives. 兒童的生活需要有周密的安排。 The course gives some structure to their day. 這門課程爲他們的一天提供了一些結構。 Marks will be given for essay structure and content. 論文的結構和内容將被評分。
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- basic
- simple
- complex
- …
- have
- lack
- need
- …
- be based on something
- of a…structure
- in a/the structure
- a change in the structure
- a change to the structure
- a lack of structure
- …
Word Originlate Middle English (denoting the process of building): from Old French, or from Latin structura, from struere ‘to build’. The verb is rarely found before the 20th cent.