wavelength

wavelength
[ˈweɪvlɛŋθ, -lɛŋkθ]
noun
  1. (Physics)the distance between successive crests of a wave, especially points in a sound wave or electromagnetic wave(Symbol: λ)
    (物理)波长((符号: λ))
    ■this distance as a distinctive feature of radio waves from a transmitter
    (无线电)波长
    ■(figurative)a person's ideas and way of thinking, especially as it affects their ability to communicate with others
    (喻)(尤指能够影响与其他人交流的)想法;思维方式
    when we met we hit it off immediately—we're on the same wavelength.
    我们见面时很快就相处得很好——我们志趣相同。
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