pollution
noun [ U ] uk/pəˈluː.ʃən/ us/pəˈluː.ʃən/
B1 污染
damage caused to water, air, etc. by harmful substances or waste
air/water pollution 空气／水污染
The manifesto includes tough measures to tackle road congestion and environmental pollution. 宣言包括了解决道路堵塞和环境污染的强硬措施。
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- The company claims it is not responsible for the pollution in the river.
- Car exhaust is the main reason for the city's pollution.
- The once azure skies of Athens have been ruined by atmospheric pollution.
- The survey shows a link between asthma and air pollution.
- Stricter controls on air pollution would help to reduce acid rain.