| 释义 |
need²n 1. [singular 单数] when something must be done, especially to improve the situation 需要，必要:◇an urgent need to improve teaching standards 提高教学水平的迫切需要◇the need for stricter safety regulations 对更严格的安全守则的需要◇if need be (=if it is necessary) 如果需要: i'll work all night if need be. 如果需要，我就通宵工作。 2. [c usually plural 一般用复数] something you must have in order to have a normal life 基本的必需品，基本需要:◇children's educational needs 儿童的教育需要 3. be in need of to need something 需要［某物］:◇she was desperately in need of a vacation. 她极需要休假。 4. in need not having enough food or money 贫穷的，困窘的:◇families in need 贫困家庭 |