sandbag
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/ˈsændbæɡ/
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/ˈsændbæɡ/
A heavy bag filled with sand, used to create a barrier for protection during floods or to absorb the impact of explosions.
The workers placed sandbags along the riverbank to prevent flooding.
工人们在河岸沿线放置沙袋以防止洪水泛滥。
To surround or protect something with sandbags, usually to prevent damage from floods or explosions.
The volunteers sandbagged the lower floors of the building to keep the floodwaters out.
志愿者们在建筑的低层放置沙袋,以防止洪水进入。
To deceive someone by not revealing the full extent of one's abilities or intentions, especially in order to gain an advantage.
I thought we were having a friendly game, but you sandbagged me!
我以为我们在进行一场友好的比赛,但你欺骗了我!