dp
/ˌdē-ˈpē/ (ame, mw)
dp — 名詞
1. a person who has been forced to leave their home country because of war, violenc
流離失所者
因戰爭或迫害被迫離家者
a person who has been forced to leave their home country because of war, violence, or political danger, but who has not yet been officially accepted as a refugee in another country.
After the war ended, the camp held over two thousand displaced persons, or DPs, waiting to be resettled.
戰爭結束後，這個營地收容了兩千多名等待重新安置的流離失所者。
DP used as countable noun with number
The historian interviewed several DPs who had fled the conflict in the 1940s.
這位歷史學家訪問了幾位在 1940 年代因戰亂逃離家園的流離失所者。
International agencies worked together to provide food and shelter for the displaced persons stranded at the border.
國際機構共同努力，為滯留在邊境的流離失所者提供食物和住所。
Many DPs were finally granted asylum in Canada and Australia during the 1950s.
許多流離失所者終於在 1950 年代獲得加拿大和澳洲的政治庇護。
- refugee
a person who has been granted official protection in another country; DPs may not yet have that status
- asylum seeker
a person who has formally asked for protection but has not yet received a decision
- evacuee
someone moved away from danger temporarily, often within their own country
文法句型
dp + plural (dps/dp's)
用法筆記
Historically associated with people displaced during and after World War II. Today the term is less common than 'refugee' or 'asylum seeker' in official contexts.
常見錯誤
2. in baseball, a single play during which the fielding team gets two offensive pla
雙殺
棒球中連續讓兩人出局
in baseball, a single play during which the fielding team gets two offensive players out by throwing the ball in a quick, continuous sequence.
The shortstop caught the line drive and stepped on second base for an easy double play.
游擊手接住平飛球後踩上二壘，輕鬆完成了一次雙殺。
DP turned by shortstop at second base
The pitcher got a ground ball that became a double play to end the inning.
一二壘有人時，投手讓打者擊出滾地球，形成雙殺結束了該半局。
The stadium announcer shouted 'DP!' as the second baseman tagged the runner and threw to first.
球場廣播員高喊『DP！』，因為二壘手觸殺跑者後傳往一壘。
The coach taught the young players how to turn a fast double play from second base.
教練教年輕球員如何從二壘快速完成雙殺。
文法句型
dp + verb (turn a DP / hit into a DP)
用法筆記
Commonly used in baseball commentary and scorekeeping. The abbreviation DP appears in box scores and play-by-play reports.
3. a professional doctoral degree in pharmacy, or a person who holds this degree an
藥學博士
藥學專業博士學位或持有人
a professional doctoral degree in pharmacy, or a person who holds this degree and is qualified to work as a licensed pharmacist.
Dr. Amina completed her Doctor of Pharmacy at the University of Michigan before opening her own clinic.
Amina 博士在密西根大學取得藥學博士學位，之後自行開業。
DP as an academic degree completed at a university
The hospital hired three new pharmacists, each holding a Pharm.D. — the Doctor of Pharmacy degree — from top programs.
該醫院新聘了三名藥師，每位都持有 Pharm.D.（藥學博士）學位。
alternative abbreviation: Pharm.D.
Applicants for the job must have a Doctor of Pharmacy and at least two years of clinical experience.
應徵此職位必須擁有藥學博士學位和至少兩年臨床經驗。
She decided to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy after volunteering at a community health centre.
她在社區健康中心當志工後，決定攻讀藥學博士學位。
- Pharm.D.
the more standard abbreviation for Doctor of Pharmacy; DP is a less common variant
文法句型
DP + surname (e.g., DP Chen)
DP as a degree name (hold a DP)
用法筆記
The degree is more commonly abbreviated as Pharm.D. (Doctor of Pharmacy) in the United States. 'DP' alone for this meaning is relatively uncommon in general writing.
4. a professional doctoral degree in podiatry (foot and ankle medicine), or a perso
足科博士
足部醫療專業博士學位
a professional doctoral degree in podiatry (foot and ankle medicine), or a person who holds this degree and is licensed to treat foot conditions.
After eight years of study, she earned her Doctor of Podiatry and joined a clinic in Atlanta.
經過八年的學習，她取得了足病醫學博士學位，並在亞特蘭大的一家診所工作。
DP as an earned degree
The DP who examined the runner's foot recommended custom orthotics for long-distance training.
為跑者檢查腳部的足病醫學博士建議他在長距離訓練時使用訂製鞋墊。
DP as a person treating a patient
Patients with diabetes are advised to see a Doctor of Podiatry at least once a year for a foot check.
糖尿病患建議每年至少找足病醫學博士做一次足部檢查。
The university now offers a six-year Doctor of Podiatry programme for aspiring foot specialists.
該大學現在提供六年制的足科博士課程，培訓未來的足部專科醫師。
- D.P.M.
the more common abbreviation for Doctor of Podiatric Medicine; DP is a shorter alternative
- podiatrist
the job title for a person with this degree
文法句型
DP + surname (e.g., DP Rodriguez)
DP as a degree name
用法筆記
Also abbreviated D.P.M. (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine). 'DP' for this meaning is less frequent than 'D.P.M.' in professional writing. The abbreviation 'dp' is also used as a shorter form for Doctor of Podiatry, appearing before a name as a professional title.
dp — 縮寫
1. the work of using computers to store, organize, and manage large amounts of info
資料處理
用電腦儲存與管理資訊
the work of using computers to store, organize, and manage large amounts of information so that it can be used or analysed.
The company's DP department handles all payroll and customer billing data.
公司的資料處理部門負責所有薪資和客戶帳單資料。
collocation: DP department handles [task]
Older DP systems used punch cards and magnetic tapes instead of cloud storage.
早期的資料處理系統使用打孔卡和磁帶，而非雲端儲存。
A career in data processing often requires knowledge of databases and programming languages.
從事資料處理領域的職業通常需要具備資料庫和程式語言的知識。
The lab upgraded its DP equipment to handle the new sensor data from the experiment.
實驗室升級了資料處理設備，以處理實驗感測器傳來的新數據。
- data processing
the full form; identical meaning
- IT
information technology; a broader term that includes DP but also covers hardware, networks, and software
文法句型
DP + noun (DP department / DP system)
用法筆記
Still used in corporate and government contexts, though 'IT' (information technology) has largely replaced 'DP' in everyday language.
常見錯誤
2. a number that indicates how many repeating molecular units are linked together i
聚合度
聚合物鏈中重複單元數
a number that indicates how many repeating molecular units are linked together in a polymer chain.
The DP of the nylon sample was measured at 150 units, indicating a medium-length polymer chain.
尼龍樣本的聚合度測量值為 150 個單元，屬於中等長度的聚合物鏈。
DP measured as a numerical value
A high degree of polymerization makes the plastic stronger but more difficult to recycle.
高聚合度使塑膠更堅固，但也更難回收。
collocation: high DP / low DP
The chemist calculated the DP of each batch to ensure consistent product quality.
化學家計算每一批的聚合度，以確保產品品質穩定。
The DP of the plastic fell below the acceptable range, so the batch was rejected.
該塑膠的聚合度低於合格範圍，因此該批產品被退貨。
文法句型
DP of + substance (DP of polyethylene)
用法筆記
A specialist term found mainly in polymer science textbooks and industrial research reports. Not used outside chemistry contexts.
3. the temperature at which the air becomes fully saturated with water vapour and w
露點
空氣中水氣凝結的溫度
the temperature at which the air becomes fully saturated with water vapour and water begins to condense into dew or fog.
The temperature dropped to 12°C, which matched the dew point, so fog formed across the valley.
氣溫降至攝氏 12 度，剛好達到露點，於是山谷中起了霧。
DP matched by air temperature causing fog
Farmers check the dew point each morning to predict whether frost might damage the crops.
農夫每天早上查看露點，以預測霜害是否會影響農作物。
When the dew point is above 20°C, the air feels sticky and uncomfortable to most people.
當露點高於攝氏 20 度時，空氣會感覺潮濕悶熱。
The weather app showed a dew point of 8°C, so the morning hike would start dry and cool.
天氣預報顯示露點為攝氏 8 度，因此早上的健行將乾爽涼快。
- saturation point
a broader term for any substance reaching maximum capacity; dew point is a specific meteorological use
文法句型
DP + noun (DP temperature)
at/above/below the DP
用法筆記
A higher dew point means more moisture in the air. Dew point above 20°C feels humid; below 10°C feels dry. Common in weather forecasts.
4. the person who plans and controls the visual style, lighting, and camera work of
攝影指導
負責影片視覺風格的部門主管
the person who plans and controls the visual style, lighting, and camera work of a film, television show, or video production.
The DP worked closely with the director to create the film's dark, moody atmosphere.
攝影指導與導演密切合作，營造出電影陰暗憂鬱的氛圍。
collocation: DP works with the director
Jisoo was hired as the director of photography for the nature documentary because of her skill with natural light.
Jisoo 受聘擔任這部自然紀錄片的攝影指導，因為她擅長運用自然光。
The DP's choice of warm lighting made the dinner scene feel intimate and welcoming.
攝影指導選用暖色燈光，讓晚餐場景感覺溫馨且親切。
In the credits, the title 'Director of Photography' is often shortened to DP.
在片尾字幕中，『攝影指導』這個職稱常簡寫為 DP。
- cinematographer
the full technical term for the same role; DP is the informal industry abbreviation
文法句型
DP + possessive (DP's lighting choices)
the DP of + film/TV show
用法筆記
Also called 'cinematographer.' The abbreviation DP is standard in film-industry job listings, credit rolls, and behind-the-scenes discussions.