释义
n.
/'ka℧ntəˌbæləns/ a weight that balances another weight
平衡力；抗衡力；均衡力。
a factor having the opposite effect to that of another and so preventing it from exercising a disproportionate influence
抵消因素；制约力
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his restoration to power was intended as a counterbalance to his rival's influence .他的复职是为了制约他对手的影响力。
v.
/ˌka℧ntə'bæləns/ [with obj.] (of a weight) balance (another weight)
使平衡。
neutralize or cancel by exerting an opposite influence
中和；抵消
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the extra cost of mail order may be counterbalanced by its convenience .邮购的额外花费可由它的便利性补偿。