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.
機器在許多工廠中取代工人。
to force people to leave their homes
The fighting can displace thousands of people.
戰鬥可能導致數千人流離失所。
to move something from its normal place
Strong winds can displace roof tiles.
強風可能吹移位屋頂瓦片。
to remove someone from a job
New technology may displace workers.
新技術可能取代工人。
to push aside liquid when placed in it
A large ship can displace a lot of water.
大船可以排開大量水。