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tamper

/ˈtæmpɚ/

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1 · verb

to interfere with something improperly, often to change or damage it

擅自摆弄；篡改

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Someone tried to tamper with the seal on the evidence box.
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有人试图擅自拆动证物箱上的封条。
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Pronunciation: /ˈtæmpɚ/

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