1620s, from French influx (1540s) or directly from Late Latin influxus "a flowing in," from past participle stem of influere "to flow in" (see influence). Originally of rivers, air, light, spiritual light, etc.; used of people from 1650s.
雙語例句
1. The country simply cannot absorb this influx of refugees.
這個國家實在不能接納這么多涌入的難民.
來自《簡明英漢詞典》
2. The country sealed its borders to prevent the influx of illegal immigrants.
為了防止非法移民大量湧入,該國封閉了邊境.
來自《簡明英漢詞典》
3. There was a sudden influx of goods onto the market.
大批商品一下子涌入市場.
來自《現(xiàn)代英漢綜合大詞典》
4. Textile workers favoured protection because they feared an influx of cheap cloth.