gradient
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/ˈɡreɪdiənt/
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/ˈɡreɪdiənt/
The angle or slant of a road or railway.
The road ahead has a gentle gradient, making it easy to climb.
前方的道路坡度温和,容易攀登。
The speed at which temperature or pressure changes in a certain area.
The temperature gradient shows how quickly it gets colder as you go up the mountain.
温度梯度显示了你上山时温度变冷的速度。