hothouse
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/ˈhɑːthaʊs/
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/ˈhɒthaʊs/
A building with glass walls and roof that is kept warm to help plants grow.
The hothouse was filled with exotic plants that couldn't survive outside in the cold.
温室里充满了无法在寒冷的户外生存的外来植物。
A situation where someone or something is protected and encouraged to develop quickly.
The school was like a hothouse, nurturing the students' talents and creativity.
学校就像一个温室,培养着学生的才能和创造力。