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contrivance

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con·triv·ance /kənˈtraɪvəns/ noun formal  
1 [countableC] something that is artificial or does not seem natural, but that helps something else to happen – usually used to show disapproval 不自然的东西,矫揉造作〔一般含贬义〕
 A ridiculous series of plot contrivances moves the film along.
一个个可笑而又牵强的情节推动影片故事发展下去。
2 [countableC, uncountableU]PLAN a plan or trick to make something happen or get something for yourself, or the practice of doing this 安排,圈套,计谋
 Harriet’s matchmaking contrivances
哈丽雅特的做媒计划
3 [countableC]MACHINE a machine or piece of equipment that has been made for a special purpose 发明物,新装置
 a steam-driven contrivance used in 19th century factories
19世纪的工厂使用的一种蒸汽动力装置
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