英汉词典

1. 革命;武装运动
    A revolution is a successful attempt by a large group of people to change the political system of their country by force.

    e.g. The period since the revolution has been one of political turmoil.
           革命爆发后就陷入了政治动乱期。
    e.g. ...after the French Revolution.
           法国革命之后

2. 重大变革;巨大变化
    A revolution in a particular area of human activity is an important change in that area.

    e.g. The nineteenth century witnessed a revolution in ship design and propulsion.
           19世纪船舶设计和船舶动力领域发生了重大的变革。
    e.g. ...the industrial revolution.
           工业革命