1 whirlwind /ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/ noun plural whirlwinds
plural whirlwinds
Learner's definition of WHIRLWIND
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[count] : a very strong wind that moves in a spinning or swirling motion and that can damage buildings, trees, etc.旋风
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[singular] : something that involves many quickly changing events, feelings, etc.忙乱的事情；纷乱的感情 -
My life has been a whirlwind lately.最近，我的生活一片忙乱。
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He attended a whirlwind of meetings.他马不停蹄地出席了一连串会议。
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an emotional whirlwind = a whirlwind of emotions纷乱的情绪
2 whirlwind /ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/ adjective
2 whirlwind
/ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/
adjective
Learner's definition of WHIRLWIND
always used before a noun
: happening or done very quickly快速的；匆忙的；旋风般的 -
The band went on a whirlwind concert tour.这支乐队马不停蹄地巡回演出。
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They were married after a whirlwind romance.他们在一场旋风式恋爱后结婚了。
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We continued on at a whirlwind pace.我们以旋风般的速度继续。