umbrella
noun
UK/ʌmˈbrel.ə/
US/ʌmˈbrel.ə/
Definitions of umbrella noun
device(装置)
- A2Countable(可数名词)
A portable device used for protection against rain or sun, consisting of a fabric-covered frame on a central rod with a handle.
雨伞;阳伞
As it began to rain, I quickly opened my umbrella.
开始下雨时,我迅速打开了雨伞。
The handle of this umbrella is made of wood.
这把伞的手柄是木制的。
She left the wet umbrella by the door.
她把湿伞放在门边。
group(组)
- Countable(可数名词)
A general term encompassing a group or range of related items or concepts.
总称
This project falls under the umbrella of a larger research initiative.
这个项目属于一个更大研究计划的一部分。
Many different art forms are categorized under the umbrella of 'contemporary art'.
许多不同的艺术形式被归类在「当代艺术」的范畴内。
This department manages several different business lines, all under the umbrella of a cohesive strategy.
这个部门管理着几条不同的业务线,所有这些都属于一个统一的战略范畴。