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to dust
01
去尘, 掸去灰尘
to use a soft cloth or tool to clean and remove particles from the surface of objects, like furniture
Transitive: to dust a surface
Example
The antique furniture requires gentle care, and the owner meticulously dusts it to preserve its condition.
Before guests arrive, it 's customary to dust the surfaces in the living room for a clean appearance.
Dusting the computer equipment is essential to prevent overheating and maintain proper functioning.
02
撒粉, 撒尘
to rub or sprinkle a fine, dry powder over a surface to obscure or soften the outlines of a shape, often to create a specific effect or reveal hidden details
Transitive: to dust sth
Example
The detective dusted the crime scene with powder to reveal hidden fingerprints.
The artist dusted the canvas with charcoal to create a shadowy effect.
She dusted the old photograph with fine powder to give it an antique look.
03
撒尘, 撒粉
to loosely distribute or scatter fine particles or substances over an area or surface
Transitive: to dust an area or surface
Example
He dusted the entire classroom with chalk dust.
The wind dusted the fields with sand from the nearby dunes.
She dusted the shelves with confetti for the party.
3.1
撒, 撒粉
to lightly coat something with a fine substance, often for seasoning or flavoring
Transitive: to dust food with powdered ingredients
Example
He dusted the dessert plates with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
The chef will dust each piece of sushi with sesame seeds to enhance its flavor.
She is dusting the popcorn with a mixture of salt and spices before serving.
Dust
01
灰尘, 尘埃
the fine, dry particles of matter, such as dirt, earth, or pollen, that can be easily carried by the wind
Example
The farmer 's clothes were coated with dust after a day in the fields.
The wind picked up the dust from the dirt road, creating a small whirlwind.
The old bookshelf was covered in a thick layer of dust.
02
灰尘, 尘埃
the fine particles that remain after something has been destroyed, broken up, or has decayed
Example
The demolition crew reduced the old warehouse to dust.
The once-grand statue had turned to dust over centuries of decay.
The ancient scrolls crumbled to dust as he touched them.
03
灰尘, 微粒
free microscopic particles of solid material
例子
The antique furniture requires gentle care, and the owner meticulously dusts it to preserve its condition.
Before guests arrive, it's customary to dust the surfaces in the living room for a clean appearance.
Dusting the computer equipment is essential to prevent overheating and maintain proper functioning.
The housekeeper dusts the framed photographs on the wall to keep them looking fresh.
She regularly dusts the bookshelves to keep them free of accumulated dust.
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