proper
柯林斯词典
1. ADJ You use proper to describe things that you consider to be real and satisfactory rather than inadequate in some way. 像样的[ADJ n]
Two out of five people lack a proper job. 2/5的人缺乏一份像样的工作。
2. ADJ The proper thing is the one that is correct or most suitable. 正规的[ADJ n]
The Supreme Court will ensure that the proper procedures have been followed. 最高法院将保证正规的程序得到遵守。
3. ADJ If you say that a way of behaving is proper, you mean that it is considered socially acceptable and right. 适宜的
In those days it was not thought entirely proper for a woman to be on the stage. 在那时,女人登台演出不被认为是完全适宜的。
4. ADJ You can add proper after a word to indicate that you are referring to the central and most important part of a place, event, or object and want to distinguish it from other things that are not regarded as being important or central to it. 严格意义上的[n ADJ]
A distinction must be made between archaeology proper and science-based archaeology. 必须对严格意义上的考古学和以科学为基础的考古学加以区分。
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proper /ˈprɒpə/
剑桥词典
- Passengers without proper documentation will not be allowed to travel .
- You shouldn't rush headfirst into starting your own business without proper advice .
- When riding a bicycle , you should wear the proper headgear .
- You have to ensure your child receives a proper education .
- She wants a proper white wedding .
proper adjective (REAL)
[ 只用在名词前面的形容词 ]real , satisfactory , suitable , or correct
适合的;适当的;恰当的;正确的
This is Sara's first proper job - she usually does temporary work just for the money . 这是萨拉的第一份正式工作——她通常只是为了挣钱而打零工。
If you're going to walk long distances you need proper walking boots . 如果你要走那么远的路,就需要一双合脚的远足鞋。
I would have done the job myself but I didn't have the proper equipment . 这活儿我倒是想自己做来着,只是没有合适的工具。
I've had sandwiches but I haven't eaten a proper meal . 我吃了三明治,但还没有好好吃一顿饭。
She likes everything to be in its proper place . 她喜欢所有东西都各居其所。
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proper adjective (SOCIALLY ACCEPTABLE)
showing standards of behaviour that are socially and morally acceptable
合乎体统的,规矩的
[ 动词后面接一个带to的不定式 ] In those days it was considered not quite proper for young ladies to be seen talking to men in public . 在那个年月,年轻女子被人看见在公共场合与男子谈话会被认为不成体统。
She was very proper, my grandmother - she'd never go out without wearing her hat and gloves . 我祖母非常讲究仪表——出门时总要戴上帽子和手套。
proper adjective (MAIN)
[ 只用在名词后面的形容词 ]belonging to the main , most important , or typical part
严格意义上的;属于最重要(或最典型)部分的
It's a suburb of Los Angeles really - I wouldn't call it Los Angeles proper. 这实际上是洛杉矶郊区——严格来讲我不会称其为洛杉矶。
proper adjective (COMPLETE)
[ 只用在名词前面的形容词 ] UK informalcomplete
完全的,彻底的
I've got myself into a proper mess ! 我把自己搞得一团糟! 返回 proper