1. loiter
to move slowly around or stand
especially in a public place without an obvious reason
A gang of youths were loitering
outside the cinema.
2. function (同义词ceremony, event)
an official ceremony or a formal
social event, such as a party or a special meal, at which
a
lot of people are usually
present
As a mayor, he has a lot of
official functions to attend.
I see her two or three times a
year, usually at social functions.
3. Christianity
基督教
a religion based on
belief in God and the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, and on
the Bible
4. Holy Bible
圣经
5. literacy
the
ability to read and write
6. computer literate
擅用电脑的
able to use computers
well
7. corporal punishment/ physical
punishment
体罚
8. schooling/ education
教育
9. engage in
参加
to take part in
something
The two governments have agreed to
engage in a comprehensive dialogue to resolve the
problem.
10. caretaking staff/ duties
11. stimulate
激励
to encourage something to grow,
develop or become active
The government plans to cut taxes
in order to stimulate the economy.
12. protocol
规范
the system of rules and acceptable
behavior used at official ceremonies and occasions
a breach of Royal
protocol
diplomatic protocol
13. secular
非宗教的
not having any connection with
religion
We live in an increasingly secular
society, in which religion has less and less influence
on
our daily lives.
secular education
a secular state
14. societal
与社会有关的
与social的区别在于前者指代的范围要比后者更加广泛