| 释义 |
flood·gateBrE /ˈflʌdɡeɪt/NAmE /ˈflʌdɡeɪt/ noun [usually pl.] a gate that can be opened or closed to control the flow of water on a river 防洪闸门；泄水闸门◆(figurative) If the case is successful, it may open the floodgates to more damages claims against the industry (= start sth that will be difficult to stop). 如果本案胜诉，就可能有更多的人向这个产业提出损害索赔，从而一发不可收拾。 |