1N-COUNT (挂在舞台后部的)彩画幕布,背景幕布 A backdrop is a large piece of cloth, often with scenery painted on it, that is hung at the back of a stage while a play is being performed. (挂在舞台后部的)彩画幕布,背景幕布
2N-COUNT (实物或景象的)背景,衬托 The backdrop to an object or a scene is what you see behind it. (实物或景象的)背景,衬托
Leeds Castle will provide a dramatic backdrop to a fireworks display next Saturday.
利兹堡将为下周六的烟花燃放提供美妙的背景衬托。
Light colours provide an effective backdrop for pictures or a mirror.
浅色是挂放图画或镜子很有效果的衬托。
3N-COUNT (事件的)背景 The backdrop to an event is the general situation in which it happens. (事件的)背景
The election will take place against a backdrop of increasing instability.