to relay
01
传递, 转达
to pass on information or messages from one place or person to another
Ditransitive: to relay information or a message to sb
例子
Please relay the updated schedule to all team members before the meeting.
请在会议前将更新后的日程安排传达给所有团队成员。
02
中继, 控制
to control or operate a system or device by using an electromechanical switch that opens and closes circuits
Transitive: to relay sth
例子
The elevator operation is relayed by a complex network of relays that manage the movement of the elevator car.
电梯的运行由一个复杂的继电器网络中继，该网络管理电梯轿厢的运动。
03
转播, 传递
to broadcast a program by receiving signals and passing them on
Transitive: to relay a program
例子
The radio station relayed the concert from the stadium.
广播电台从体育场转播了音乐会。
Relay
01
继电器, 自动开关
an electronic device that uses a small electrical current to control a larger current, acting like an automatic switch
例子
When the motor overheated, the relay shut off the power to prevent damage.
当电机过热时，继电器切断电源以防止损坏。
02
the act or process of passing something from one person, group, or stage to another
例子
Relay of information is crucial during emergencies.
03
接力, 接力赛
an athletic race in track and field where teams of runners compete by sequentially passing a baton from one teammate to the next over a set distance
例子
She anchored the relay team, bringing them from behind to victory.
她作为接力队的核心，带领他们从后面反超取得胜利。
04
a group of workers or participants who take turns to relieve another group
例子
Emergency services operate in relays to maintain coverage.
05
a fresh team of draft animals or horses to replace weary animals in transport
例子
Stagecoaches switched relays at each station.
