can.ni.bal.ize
v.tr.(及物动词)
can.ni.bal.ized,can.ni.bal.iz.ing,can.ni.bal.iz.es
To remove serviceable parts from (damaged airplanes, for example) for use in the repair of other equipment of the same kind.
拆取…的可用配件:拆除可用部件而用于修理同类装备,如损坏的飞机
To deprive of vital elements or resources, such as personnel, equipment, or funding, for use elsewhere:
调拨:剥夺关键成分或资源而用于别处,如人员、装备或资金:
例句:
.It becomes necessary to cannibalize unsuccessful projects to fund those which can proceed.(Daily Report for Executives)
.当务之急是将不成功项目中的资金抽调出来以支持那些可行项目.(管理者每日报告)
To draw on as a major source:
采用…为主要来源:
例句:
.cannibalizes the lives of his wife and friends for his second-rate novels.(Washington Post)
.采用他的妻子和朋友的生活素材写出二流小说.(华盛顿邮报)
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can.nibaliza.tion