The Open Dictionary

compose

动词

UK/kəmˈpəʊz/
US/kəmˈpoʊz/

定义 compose 动词

create

  1. B2TransitiveIntransitive

    To create or write a piece of music, poetry, or a formal literary work.

    • The composer began composing symphonies at a young age.

    • This piece of music was composed to celebrate a special occasion.

    • He spent years composing this opera.

form

  1. Transitive

    To form the substance or parts of something; to make up a whole.

    • The team was composed of experts from various backgrounds.

    • Air is mainly composed of nitrogen and oxygen.

    • The majority of the report is composed of data analysis.

prepare

  1. Transitivepublishingspecialized

    To prepare text for printing by arranging words and images.

片语 compose 动词

  • compose yourself

    To regain one's composure after being upset or agitated; to calm oneself.

    • After hearing the news, he needed some time to compose himself.

  • be composed of something

    To consist of various elements or parts.

    • The company's team is primarily composed of experts from diverse backgrounds.

  • compose your features/thoughts

    To regain control of one's expression or thoughts, typically after a period of anger or upset.

    • She took a deep breath and tried to compose her features before speaking.