fused
fused — 形容詞
- fusedpositive
- fusedercomparative
- fusedestsuperlative
1. describes any piece of electrical kit that has a safety fuse inside — the fuse m
有保險絲
電器內裝有安全保險絲的
describes any piece of electrical kit that has a safety fuse inside — the fuse melts if the current gets too high, cutting off the power to protect the equipment.
The new night-light is fused, so it will not overheat if the bulb blows.
新型小夜燈裝有保險絲，因此燈泡燒壞時不會過熱。
fused as adjective: 'is fused' describes built-in fuse
All extension cords sold in the shop are fused for safety.
店裡販售的所有延長線都裝有保險絲，確保安全。
Elena checked that the power strip was fused before plugging in her computer.
Elena 在插上電腦前，先確認了延長線有裝保險絲。
Only buy fused plugs for the holiday lights to reduce the risk of fire.
聖誕燈飾請購買有保險絲的插頭，以降低火災風險。
- unfused
a device without any fuse fitted
用法筆記
Commonly used before nouns (a fused plug) or after 'be' (the device is fused). Not used for the fuse itself — the device is fused, not the fuse.
常見錯誤
fused — 動詞
- fusedpresent simple I / you / we / they
- fuseds3rd person singular
- fuseding-ing form
- fusededpast simple
1. to heat a solid substance until it becomes liquid; or to be turned into liquid b
熔化
加熱使固體變成液體
to heat a solid substance until it becomes liquid; or to be turned into liquid by heating.
The glass beads fused into a single smooth lump inside the kiln.
玻璃珠在窯中受熱熔化，結成一個光滑的團塊。
intransitive: substance fuses by itself when heated
The jeweller fused the silver scraps in a small furnace before shaping the metal.
珠寶商用小火爐熔化銀碎片，然後再塑形。
transitive: someone fuses something
Sand and soda ash fuse together at very high temperatures to make glass.
沙子和純鹼在高溫下熔化融合，製成玻璃。
Kwame watched the wax fuse in the heat of the summer sun.
Kwame 看著蠟在夏日陽光下熔化。
The metal wires must be fused by a torch before they can carry the current.
金屬線必須用焊槍熔化後才能導電。
文法句型
fuse + object (transitive)
fuse + adverb (intransitive)
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 2 (JOIN OR BLEND): this sense is purely about melting — the substance changes state, but does not necessarily combine with anything else. Sense 2 adds the idea of two or more things becoming one.
2. to combine two or more things so that they become one, or to become combined in
融合；結合
將不同事物混合成為一體
to combine two or more things so that they become one, or to become combined in this way — for example, joining metals by heat, or blending ideas or styles to create something new.
The artist fused traditional calligraphy with modern street art in her murals.
那位藝術家將傳統書法與現代街頭藝術融合在其壁畫中。
fuse + [object] with + [thing]: blend distinct styles
In the workshop, copper and tin are fused to form bronze.
在工作坊中，銅和錫被熔合在一起製成青銅。
Fatima's cooking fuses Indian spices with East African ingredients.
Fatima 的料理融合了印度香料與東非食材。
The two political parties fused into a single coalition after the election.
選後兩個政黨合併為一個聯合陣線。
The band's sound fuses jazz harmonies with electronic beats.
這個樂團的風格融入了爵士和聲與電子節拍。
- merge
very similar; 'merge' is more common for companies or data; 'fuse' often implies heat or pressure
- blend
gentler than 'fuse'; works for food, colours, sounds; less permanent
- combine
broader and more neutral; 'fuse' suggests a tighter, more inseparable union
- unite
more formal; often used for groups, countries, or purposes
文法句型
fuse + objects together
fuse with + object
fuse into + noun
用法筆記
Can describe physical joining (metals, plastics) or abstract blending (ideas, music, cultures). When used of people or groups, 'fuse' often suggests a close, lasting union. For temporary physical joining, 'connect' is more appropriate.
常見錯誤
3. to join pieces of material such as fabric, plastic, or rubber using a combinatio
熔接；黏合
用熱與壓力將材料接合
to join pieces of material such as fabric, plastic, or rubber using a combination of heat and strong pressure, often together with a layer of glue so the pieces stay bonded permanently.
The factory uses a machine that fuses the waterproof layer onto the jacket lining.
工廠用機器將防水層熔接在夾克內襯上。
fuse + [material] onto + [surface]: industrial bonding
Yuki fused the hem of the curtain using an iron and adhesive tape.
Yuki 用熨斗和黏合帶將窗簾下緣黏合起來。
The soles of these shoes are fused to the uppers by a heat process.
這種鞋子的鞋底是用加熱程序與鞋面黏合的。
Wei repaired the torn car seat by fusing new vinyl over the damaged area.
Wei 將新的 vinyl 皮料熔接在破損處，修好了破掉的汽車座椅。
文法句型
fuse + object + to/onto + object
用法筆記
Common in manufacturing and tailoring contexts. The result is a bond that may not need stitching. If the bond is only temporary, 'attach' or 'fix' are better choices.
4. to install a safety fuse inside an electrical device or circuit so that the devi
裝保險絲
在電器中安裝保險絲
to install a safety fuse inside an electrical device or circuit so that the device is protected from damage caused by too much current.
The electrician fused the new heater before connecting it to the main supply.
電工先為新暖爐裝好保險絲，才將其接到主電源上。
All replacement plugs must be fused by a qualified technician.
所有更換的插頭都必須由合格的技術人員安裝保險絲。
passive: 'must be fused' indicates requirement
Dmitri fused the extension cord himself using a standard 13-amp cartridge.
Dmitri 自己用標準的 13 安培保險絲為延長線裝了保險絲。
The manufacturer forgot to fuse the prototype, so it failed the safety test.
製造商忘了為原型機安裝保險絲，因此未能通過安全測試。
文法句型
fuse + object
用法筆記
Chiefly British usage. In American English, 'to put a fuse in' or 'to install a fuse' is more common. Distinguish from sense 5 (STOP DUE TO BLOWN FUSE): this sense is about installing the fuse, not about it failing.
常見錯誤
5. when an electrical device or circuit stops operating because the safety fuse ins
保險絲燒斷
因保險絲熔斷而停止運作
when an electrical device or circuit stops operating because the safety fuse inside it has melted and broken the flow of power.
The lights fused when the old toaster was plugged in.
舊烤麵包機一插上電，燈就因為保險絲燒斷而熄滅了。
intransitive: the lights fused (stopped working)
The entire floor fused after the short circuit in the server room.
伺服器室發生短路後，整個樓層的保險絲都燒斷了。
Ingrid's hair dryer fused every time she used it on the highest setting.
Ingrid 的吹風機每次開到最高檔，保險絲就會燒斷。
The kitchen fused again when the dishwasher and kettle ran at the same time.
洗碗機和熱水壺同時使用時，廚房的保險絲又燒斷了。
文法句型
fuse (no object)
fuse when/if…
用法筆記
Chiefly British. In American English, one would say 'the fuse blew' or 'the circuit tripped.' The subject is usually the place or equipment that lost power (the house fused, the TV fused), not the fuse itself.
常見錯誤
6. to cause atomic nuclei to combine under extreme heat and pressure, releasing a m
核融合
原子核結合產生巨大能量
to cause atomic nuclei to combine under extreme heat and pressure, releasing a massive amount of energy; or for nuclei to combine in this way — the process that powers the sun and hydrogen bombs.
Inside the sun, hydrogen atoms fuse into helium, producing light and heat.
在太陽內部，氫原子融合成氦，產生光和熱。
intransitive: atoms fuse into + result
The research team fused deuterium and tritium in the reactor for the first time.
研究團隊首次在反應爐中將氘和氚進行核融合。
transitive: scientists fuse specific nuclei
When nuclei fuse, the total mass decreases and energy is released.
原子核融合時，總質量減少並釋放出能量。
Scientists hope that one day they can fuse atoms cleanly to power entire cities.
科學家希望有朝一日能透過核融合，乾淨地為整個城市供電。
- undergo fusion
longer but clearer in scientific writing
- fission
the splitting of atomic nuclei, opposite process
文法句型
fuse + nuclei/atoms
fuse (intransitive)
用法筆記
Almost exclusively used in physics and energy discussions. Distinguish from 'nuclear fission,' where atoms split apart instead of joining together.
常見錯誤
fused — 名詞
1. a thin piece of wire inside an electrical system that melts and breaks the circu
保險絲
電流過大時熔斷的電路保護裝置
a thin piece of wire inside an electrical system that melts and breaks the circuit when too much current passes through it, protecting the equipment and reducing the risk of fire.
The fuse blew when the old refrigerator short-circuited.
舊冰箱短路時，保險絲燒斷了。
common collocation: 'fuse blew' — the fuse melted and broke
Omar replaced the blown fuse with a new 10-amp one from the drawer.
Omar 從抽屜拿出一個新的 10 安培保險絲，換掉燒斷的那個。
Always switch off the power before checking the fuse in the fuse box.
檢查保險絲盒裡的保險絲前，一定要先關掉電源。
The fuse in the plug melted because too many devices were drawing power.
插頭裡的保險絲因為太多電器同時用電而熔斷了。
Each circuit in the house has its own fuse rated for a specific current.
家裡的每個電路都有自己的保險絲，各對應額定的電流。
- circuit breaker
a reusable switch that trips instead of melting; modern replacement for wire fuses
用法筆記
This noun (electrical safety device) traces to Latin 'fundere' (to pour, melt). The wire inside melts when current is too high — the same root as the verb 'fuse' (to melt). It is a different word historically from the explosive fuse of the same spelling. A common household term: 'the fuse has gone' means the fuse has melted and needs replacing. In modern homes, circuit breakers often replace traditional wire fuses.
常見錯誤
fused — 名詞
1. a cord or tube containing material that burns or sparks at a controlled speed, u
導火線；引信
用於引爆爆炸物的裝置
a cord or tube containing material that burns or sparks at a controlled speed, used to ignite an explosive charge from a safe distance.
The demolition team lit the fuse and ran for cover.
拆除小組點燃導火線後跑向掩護處。
literal: 'light the fuse' — set fire to the cord
Fireworks have a short fuse that burns quickly before the explosion.
煙火的引信很短，點燃後很快就會爆炸。
Santiago checked the fuse length carefully before detonating the charge.
Santiago 在引爆前仔細檢查了導火線的長度。
The old fuse failed to ignite the dynamite because it had gotten damp.
舊導火線因為受潮而未能引爆炸藥。
用法筆記
This noun (explosive cord) traces to Italian 'fuso' (spindle), via French 'fusée'. It is a historically separate word from the electrical fuse of the same spelling — the two come from different roots and only converged in modern English. In military writing, 'fuze' is sometimes used to distinguish this explosive cord from the electrical safety device. The cord burns or sparks; the electrical fuse melts.