late 14c., "action of creating, a created thing," from Old French creacion (14c., Modern French création) "creation, coming into being," from Latin creationem (nominative creatio) "a creating, a producing," in classical use "an electing, appointment, choice," noun of action from past participle stem of creare (see create). Meaning "that which God has created, the world and all in it" is from 1610s. The native word in the Biblical sense was Old English frum-sceaft. Of fashion costumes, desserts, etc., from 1870s, from French. Creation science is attested by 1970.
雙語例句
1. The manifesto gives pride of place to job creation.
這項宣言將創(chuàng)造工作機會放在首位。
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2. He reiterated his opposition to the creation of a central bank.
他重申了自己反對成立央行的立場。
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3. She finally found the perfect gown, a beautiful creation trimmed with lace.
她終于找到了理想的禮服——一襲飾有蕾絲的美麗長裙。
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4. Alongside the Job Creation Programme they launched a Work Experience Programme.
在開展創(chuàng)造就業(yè)項目的同時，他們還啟動了工作經(jīng)歷項目。
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5. These businesses stimulate the creation of local jobs.