Toll
01
a charge collected for the use of a road, bridge, or tunnel
例子
The new highway introduced electronic tolls.
02
a cost or sacrifice required to achieve or experience something
例子
Success often carries an emotional toll.
03
the sound made by a bell when it is struck slowly and repeatedly
例子
A deep toll echoed through the valley.
04
a payment made for a long-distance telephone connection
Dialect
American
American例子
He checked the toll before dialing overseas.
05
伤亡人数, 死亡人数
the number of people who have died or gotten injured because of a war, natural disaster, pandemic, etc.
例子
The pandemic has taken a heavy toll on healthcare workers and vulnerable populations.
疫情给医护人员和弱势群体造成了沉重的伤亡。
to toll
01
to ring slowly, especially for a ceremonial or solemn purpose
例子
Bells tolled in remembrance of the fallen soldiers.
02
to charge a fee for the use of a road, bridge, or other facility
例子
Drivers complained about being tolled twice on the same route.
