"collateral"的定义和意义

collateral

形容词

附属的, 次要的

additional but less important, often connected to a main element

Example

The collateral benefits of the program extended beyond its primary objectives.

She provided collateral evidence to support her argument.

The collateral effects of the policy change were not fully anticipated.

旁系的, 平行的

descended from a common ancestor but through different lines

邻接的, 并行的

situated alongside something

Example

Adjacent to the main building, there is a collateral structure that houses additional offices.

附带的, 次要的

happening as an indirect result of something but not as significant

Example

The implementation of the new software had collateral consequences, leading to temporary disruptions in the workflow.

Although the primary goal was to enhance data security, the new encryption protocols had a collateral effect on system performance, resulting in slower processing times.

While the primary objective of the project was to enhance customer satisfaction, there were collateral advantages, including increased brand loyalty.

附属的, 辅助的

serving to support or corroborate

Collateral

名词

抵押物, 担保

a loan guarantee that may be taken away if the loan is not repaid

Example

The pawnshop accepted the diamond necklace as collateral for the short-term loan.

The entrepreneur pledged his stock portfolio as collateral to secure the business loan needed to expand his company.

When securing a loan, the bank often requires borrowers to provide collateral, such as real estate or vehicles, to mitigate the risk of default.

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