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optimum

/ɑptəməm/

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1 · adjective

best or most favorable for a purpose

最佳的；最适宜的

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Keep the seeds at the optimum temperature for germination.
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请把种子保持在最适宜发芽的温度下。
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Pronunciation: /ɑptəməm/

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