词组 | bridge the gap |
释义 | Idiom bridge the gap to make a connection where there is a great difference.He promises to change the tax laws to bridge the gap between the rich and poor. Usage notes: often used with between, as in the example bridge the gap1. Literally, to function as a bridge and connect two points. Don't worry, there are rocks bridging the gap up ahead—we can cross there. 2. To serve as a point of connection between disparate people or groups. I thought Senator Davis was working to bridge the gap between the parties on this controversial issue. A lingua franca is used to bridge the gap between people who do not speak the same language. 3. To alleviate the effects of a shortcoming, usually temporarily. I just need to borrow some money to bridge the gap until I get paid again. bridge the gap1. Lit. to make a bridge that reaches across a space. The engineers decided to bridge the gap with a wooden structure. 2. Fig. to do or create something that will serve temporarily. We can bridge the gap with a few temporary employees. bridge the ˈgap (between A and B)(also bridge the ˈgulf (between A and B) less frequent) make it easier to move from one thing to another or for two groups to communicate with each other: The hostel helps to bridge the gap between prison and life on the outside. |
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