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landward

/ˈlændwərd/ /ˈlændwɔːrd/

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noun

陆地一侧，向陆地的一面

The side facing land.

Examples :

"The seagulls flew landward, seeking shelter from the approaching storm. "

海鸥们向陆地一侧飞去，寻找躲避即将来临的风暴的 shelter.

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adjective

向陆的，朝陆的

Located, facing or moving in the direction of the land, as opposed to the sea.

Examples :

"The strong sea breeze shifted, carrying the scent of pine trees and fresh earth from the landward direction. "

强劲的海风转变了方向，把来自陆地方向的松树和泥土的清新气味也吹了过来。

direction geography nautical

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adjective

乡村的，农村的

Of the country as opposed to the city, rural; agricultural.

Examples :

"The city children were surprised by the landward smell of freshly cut hay when they visited their grandparents' farm. "

城里的孩子们去爷爷奶奶的农场玩时，闻到新鲜干草散发出的乡土气息，感到很惊讶。

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adverb

向陆地，朝陆地。

Toward the land.

Examples :

"The strong wind pushed the sailboat landward, making it difficult to stay on course. "

强风把帆船向陆地吹去，很难保持航向。

direction geography nautical