|
Từ điển Oxford Advanced Learner 8th
gradient
gra·di·ent [gradient gradients] BrE [ˈɡreɪdiənt] NAmE [ˈɡreɪdiənt] noun 1. (also grade especially in NAmE)the degree to which the ground slopes, especially on a road or railway •a steep gradient •a hill with a gradient of 1 in 4 (or 25%) 2. (technical)the rate at which temperature, pressure, etc. changes, or increases and decreases, between one region and another See also: ↑grade Word Origin: mid 19th cent.: from ↑grade, on the pattern of salient. Example Bank: •The field was on a slight gradient. •The road has a fairly steep gradient. •The hill has a gradient of 1 in 4 (or 25%). •The line here is on a steep gradient climbing towards Merstham Tunnel.
|
|
|
|