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Overcrowding Meaning in English

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ˈoʊvɝˌkɹaʊdɪŋ
OH-ver-KROWD-ing
ˌəʊvəkɹˈaʊdɪŋ
oh-vuh-KROWD-ing

释义

A situation where there are too many people in one space, making it uncomfortable or difficult to move and live there.

用法与细微差别

Used mainly for cities, prisons, public transport, or housing; implies discomfort or problems. 'Overcrowding' is uncountable. Often followed by 'in' plus a place (e.g., 'overcrowding in classrooms'). Not the same as 'crowd' (a group), and more serious than 'busy' or 'full'.

例句

Overcrowding is a big problem in many cities.

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The train was delayed due to overcrowding.

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There is overcrowding in the classroom this year.

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The hospital is struggling with overcrowding during flu season.

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Overcrowding on the subway makes commuting stressful.

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To solve overcrowding, more affordable housing is needed.

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