Consumption
01
the act of using up something, such as resources, energy, or materials
例子
The consumption of electricity increased during the summer months.
02
the process of taking in food or drink through the mouth
例子
The patient 's daily consumption of water was carefully monitored.
03
消费, 使用
the use of goods or services in an economy to satisfy wants or support production
例子
Global consumption of plastics has provoked calls for better recycling.
塑料的全球消费引发了更好回收的呼吁。
04
肺痨, 肺结核
a disease of the lungs, historically known as tuberculosis
例子
She worried a persistent cough and weight loss might indicate consumption.
她担心持续的咳嗽和体重减轻可能表明是肺痨。
