Age
01
年龄, 岁
the number of years something has existed or someone has been alive
例子
He looks younger than his actual age.
他看起来比实际年龄年轻。
02
时代, 纪元
a period of history identified with a particular event
例子
The age of enlightenment brought about significant philosophical and scientific advancements.
启蒙时代带来了重大的哲学和科学进步。
03
年龄
a specific period in a person's life, typically measured in years, at which certain rights, qualifications, or responsibilities are attained
例子
Citizens gain the right to vote upon reaching the age of 18.
公民在达到18岁时获得投票权。
04
年龄, 老年
the later period of a person's life, often associated with seniority, wisdom, or the onset of old age
例子
Many people choose to travel and explore new hobbies during their age.
许多人在他们的年龄期间选择旅行和探索新的爱好。
to age
例子
As we age, our bodies undergo natural changes, including changes in skin elasticity and muscle tone.
随着我们变老，我们的身体会经历自然的变化，包括皮肤弹性和肌肉张力的变化。
1.1
使变老, 让看起来更老
to make someone or something look older than it actually is
Transitive: to age sb/sth
例子
Smoking can age the skin, leading to wrinkles and dryness.
吸烟会老化皮肤，导致皱纹和干燥。
1.2
使变老, 老化
to make someone or something become older or show signs of aging
Transitive: to age sb
例子
The hardships of life had aged him, leaving lines on his face.
生活的艰辛使他变老，脸上留下了皱纹。
02
陈化, 老化
to allow something to mature or develop over time
Transitive: to age an alcoholic drink
例子
The wine cellar is used to age the finest bottles under ideal conditions.
酒窖用于在理想条件下陈酿最好的酒瓶。
