wear and tear

英 [weə ænd tɪə] 美 [wer ənd ter]

• n. 磨损

英英释义

Noun:

1. decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use

例句

用作名词 (n.)

1. This cloth is designed to stand up to a lot of wear and tear.
   这种布料十分耐用。
2. The insurance policy does not cover damage caused by normal wear and tear.
   保险单内容不包括正常使用所导致的损坏。
3. The stair carpet gets a lot of wear and tear and will soon need replacing.
   铺在楼梯上的地毯磨损得很厉害，因而很快就要更换。

词汇搭配

• tear and wear 磨损(消耗)
• fair wear and tear [经] 合理折旧...

近反义词

【近义词】

• consumption 消费
• depreciation 贬值