the Gulf Stream

名词

UK/ˈɡʌlf ˌstriːm/
US/ˈɡʌlf ˌstriːm/

定义 the Gulf Stream 名词

  1. Singular(单数)

    A warm and swift Atlantic ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows towards Europe.

    墨西哥湾暖流

    • The Gulf Stream has a significant influence on the climate of northwestern Europe.

      墨西哥湾流对西欧的气候有重大影响。

    • Because of the Gulf Stream, the British Isles enjoy a milder climate than other regions at the same latitude.

      因为墨西哥湾流,不列颠群岛的气候比同纬度的其他地区更温和。

    • Studies indicate that the intensity of the Gulf Stream is weakening.

      研究表明墨西哥湾流的强度正在减弱。