contingency
noun
UK/kənˈtɪn.dʒᵊn.si/
US/kənˈtɪn.dʒᵊn.si/
Definitions of contingency noun
- Countable(可数名词)
A possible future event or circumstance, typically one that may cause problems or require specific preparations.
可能发生的事件；意外事故；不测事件
Businesses must prepare for all possible contingencies.
企业必须为所有可能的突发事件做好准备。
We need to develop a backup plan to cover various contingencies.
我们需要制定一个备用计划，以应对各种突发情况。
The project has been carefully planned, taking all potential contingencies into account.
该项目已经经过仔细规划，考虑了所有潜在的突发事件。