displace
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/dɪsˈpleɪs/
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/dɪsˈpleɪs/
to take the place of someone or something
Machines displace workers in many factories.
机器在许多工厂中取代工人。
to force people to leave their homes
The fighting can displace thousands of people.
战斗可能导致数千人流离失所。
to move something from its normal place
Strong winds can displace roof tiles.
强风可能吹移位屋顶瓦片。
to remove someone from a job
New technology may displace workers.
新技术可能取代工人。
to push aside liquid when placed in it
A large ship can displace a lot of water.
大船可以排开大量水。