| 单词 | floodgate |
| 释义 | flood·gateBrE /ˈflʌdɡeɪt/ NAmE /ˈflʌdɡeɪt/ noun [usually pl. ]a gate that can be opened or closed to control the flow of water on a river 防洪闸门；泄水闸门◆ (figurative ) If the case is successful , it may open the floodgates to more damages claims against the industry (= start sth that will be difficult to stop ). 如果本案胜诉，就可能有更多的人向这个产业提出损害索赔，从而一发不可收拾。 |
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