firm
firm
英[fɜːm]美[fɜːrm]
n.商号，公司；
adj.坚固的，稳固的，强有力的，坚定的，不会更改的，忠实的；
v.培土，使坚固，稳步上涨；
复数：firms;
第三人称单数：firms;
过去式：firmed;
过去分词：firmed;
现在分词：firming;
例句
You have made great contributions to our firm.你对公司做了很大贡献。
Trade was so good that the firm was able to set on more workers.该公司生意兴隆, 所以有能力雇用更多的工人。
The firm is snowed under with work.这家公司工作过忙。
The reputation of the firm was blown upon for passing substandard products off as first-class merchandise.该公司因把次品当正品出售而名誉扫地。
The firm was merged into a bigger company.这家公司被合并到一家大公司里去了。
The director is thinking of leaving the firm for a better position elsewhere.经理正在考虑离开这个公司, 到其他地方找个更好的职位。
We transacted business with the firm.我们和这家公司交易。
The firm in which Dick worked has gone up.狄克工作的那家公司已经破产了。
We are very anxious to keep up the reputation of the firm.我们对于保持公司的名誉非常急切。
It looks as if the firm is heading for another record year.看来今年公司又要创纪录。
英语六级真题
That is bad news for any firm that may hope that smartwatches can make up ground for maturing smartphone and tablet markets.
出自-2016年12月阅读原文Many top firms will not even look at applications from those who lack a 2.1
出自-2016年12月阅读原文It did not escape notice that a lobbying firm set up by Lynton Crosby, David Cameron's election campaign director, had previously acted for Philip Morris International.
出自-2016年12月阅读原文And when it comes to the hyper-connected super-smart world that technology firms are painting for us, it seems that consumers are growing more uneasy about handing over the massive amounts of consumer data needed to provide the personalized, customized solutions that companies need to improve their services.
出自-2016年12月阅读原文If supervisors do not acknowledge such outstanding performance, employees may either lose their enthusiasm and reduce their effort or search for a new job at a firm that will reward them for high performance.
出自-2013年12月阅读原文Some law firms now use artificial intelligence software to scan and read mountains of legal documents, work that previously was performed by highly-paid human lawyers.
出自-2012年12月阅读原文What benefit does the woman say their firm can get by sponsoring the Theater Company?
出自-2013年6月听力原文No, I think they are just asking all the firms in tongue for as much money as they think they'll give.
出自-2013年6月听力原文Case studies of children who were isolated from others reveal that they lack a firm self-concept, and their mental and psychological development is severely hindered by lack of language.
出自-2010年6月听力原文In an interview last year with The Economist, George Whitesides, chief executive of space-tourism firm virgin Galactic, was placing his company in the latter category.
2015年12月六级真题（第二套）阅读 Section CIn reflection, my firm belief in the power of the brand was naive, not to mention a bit snobby.
2018年6月六级真题（第三套）阅读 Section BThat is bad news for any firm that may hope that smart watches can make up ground for maturing smartphone and tablet markets.
2016年12月六级真题（第二套）阅读 Section BThe partnership benefits both sides by allowing unconventional partners for example, two companies from two different industries to work together on a specific aspect of the value chain, like, in this example, an engine firm with an accessory one.
2019年6月六级真题（第二套）阅读 Section BThey did use an invitation-only photo sharing platform so that friends and family, including those far away, could see the photos, but they stood firm, simply refusing to put their child's photos on other social media platforms.
2018年12月六级真题（第三套）阅读 Section B柯林斯高阶英汉双解学习词典释义
N-COUNT
商号;商行;公司
A firm is an organization which sells or produces something or which provides a service which people pay for.
例句
The firm's employees were expecting large bonuses.这家公司的雇员期待着发放大笔奖金。...a firm of heating engineers.供暖工程公司ADJ-GRADED
坚固的;坚硬的;结实的
If something is firm, it does not change much in shape when it is pressed but is not completely hard.
例句
Fruit should be firm and in excellent condition...水果应该硬实完好。Choose a soft, medium or firm mattress to suit their individual needs.针对他们各人不同的需要挑选柔软、软硬适中或者坚硬的床垫。ADJ-GRADED
稳固的;牢固的
If something is firm, it does not shake or move when you put weight or pressure on it, because it is strongly made or securely fastened.
例句
If you have to climb up, use a firm platform or a sturdy ladder.如果非要爬上去，就踩在一个稳固的台子上或者找把结实的梯子。ADJ-GRADED
(抓握或动作)强有力的，使上劲的
If someone's grip is firm or if they perform a physical action in a firm way, they do it with quite a lot of force or pressure but also in a controlled way.
例句
The quick handshake was firm and cool...短暂的握手有力沉稳。He managed to grasp the metal, get a firm grip of it and heave his body upwards.他设法牢牢抓住了那个金属物，把整个身子往上提。ADJ-GRADED
(人)坚定的，坚决的,强势的
If you describe someone as firm, you mean they behave in a way that shows that they are not going to change their mind, or that they are the person who is in control.
例句
She had to be firm with him. 'I don't want to see you again.'...她不得不对他狠下心来：“我不想再见到你。”Perhaps they need the guiding hand of a firm father figure.也许他们需要一个父亲般严格的指引者。ADJ-GRADED
(决定或意见)确定的,不会更改的
A firm decision or opinion is definite and unlikely to change.
例句
He made a firm decision to leave Fort Multry by boat...他打定主意乘船离开穆尔特里堡。It is my firm belief that an effective partnership approach between police and the public is absolutely necessary.我坚信警民之间进行有效合作是绝对必要的。ADJ-GRADED
(证据或信息)确切的，确实的，确凿的
Firm evidence or information is based on facts and so is likely to be true.
例句
This man may have killed others but unfortunately we have no firm evidence...这名男子可能还杀害过其他人，只可惜我们没有确凿的证据。There's unlikely to be firm news about the convoy's progress for some time.一段时间内都不大可能会有关于车队行进情况的确切消息。ADJ-GRADED
(控制、基础、位置等)坚实的，不可动摇的
You use firm to describe control or a basis or position when it is strong and unlikely to be ended or removed.
例句
Although the Yakutians are a minority, they have firm control of the territory...尽管雅库特人是少数民族，但他们却牢牢地掌控着这块版图。The company, a household name in the States, has a firm foothold in the British market.这家美国国内家喻户晓的公司在英国市场上站稳了脚跟。ADJ-GRADED
忠实的;忠贞的;牢靠的
If people are firm friends, they have been close friends for a long time and their friendship is likely to continue.
例句
The couple met about two years ago and soon became firm friends.这对夫妇大约两年前相遇，很快就成了知交。ADJ-GRADED
(价格、价值、货币等)坚挺的，稳定的，居高不下的
If a price, value, or currency is firm, it is not decreasing in value or amount.
例句
Cotton prices remain firm and demand is strong...棉花价格始终保持坚挺，需求旺盛。The shares held firm at 280p...股价稳稳地维持在280便士。VERB
(在植物周围)压，培(土)
If you firm soil around a plant, you press it so that it is fairly solid rather than loose.
例句
Firm more soil over the roots and water thoroughly.在根上再多培些土，用水浇透。PHRASE
坚定不移;坚持己见;拒不让步
If someone stands firm, they refuse to change their mind about something.
例句
The council is standing firm against the barrage of protest...委员会面对接二连三的抗议拒不让步。The President has appealed to his European partners to stand firm on the issue.总统已经呼吁其欧洲伙伴在此问题上站稳立场。PHRASAL VERB-ERG
(使)更坚固;(使)更坚硬;(使)更结实
If you firm up something or if it firms up, it becomes firmer and more solid.
例句
This treatment helps tone the body, firm up muscles and tighten the skin...该治疗有助于强身健体、紧致皮肤。I now go swimming five times a week, which helps firm me up...我现在每周游5次泳，这对强身健体很有益处。PHRASAL VERB-ERG
(使)更明确;(使)更强化;(使)确切
If you firm something up or if it firms up, it becomes clearer, stronger, or more definite.
例句
Looking to the future, the Government will firm up their plans for a cleaner, greener, safer Britain...展望未来，*府将更加明确其计划，建设一个更清洁、更环保、更安全的英国。The ground rules have been firmed up...基本原则已得到进一步强化。PHRASAL VERB
使(价格、价值等)保持坚挺(或稳定)
If a financial institution firms up the price or value of something, they take action to protect and maintain its price or value.
例句
OPEC has agreed to freeze its global oil production slightly in order to firm up crude prices.石油输出国组织已同意对全球石油生产稍加冻结，以稳定原油价格。英汉词典释义
adj.
结实的, 坚硬的, 牢固的
The runner has firm muscles.那个赛跑运动员有一身结实的肌肉。His muscles are very firm.他的肌肉很结实。This wet ground is not firm enough to walk on.这块湿地不够坚实, 不能在上面走。坚定不移的, 矢志不渝的
Our offer was met with a firm refusal.我们的报价被坚决拒绝。强有力的; 坚信
He kept a firm hold on my arm as he helped me over the fence.他有力地拉着我的手臂, 帮我越过栅栏。I'm a firm believer in always telling the truth.我坚信应该总说真话。（ 行为、处境或理解）牢牢控制的；严格的；掌握的
（ 货币等）坚挺的
（ 股票、物价等）坚挺；稳步上涨
始终如一的，永恒不变的；坚贞的；坚定的，坚强的；不屈不挠的
肯定的，断定的；*终的；严格的；(法律上)正式签订的
vt. & vi.
(使)坚硬[稳固]
The jelly firmed quickly.果冻迅速坚硬起来。He reshuffled the cabinet to firm his government.他重新改组内阁以强化其*府。n.
公司, 商行
The firm has agreed to give me a two weeks' holiday.公司已经同意给我两个星期的假。(价格稳定的)市场
【商业】实盘
工作小组(尤指若干医生及其助手们组成的小组)
球迷帮(一帮衣着时髦、鲁莽无知、常使用暴力的英国足球迷)
adv.
坚定地；稳固地
vt.
加强；进一步确定(或证实) (常与 up 连用)
vi.
(物价等)回升
After a long decline, prices are firming again.在长期跌落之后，物价又开始回升。英英词典释义
Noun
1. members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments;
"he worked for a brokerage house"Verb
1. become taut or tauter;
"Yur muscles will firm when you exercise regularly""the rope tautened"2. make taut or tauter;
"tauten a rope"Adjective
1. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable;
"firm convictions""a firm mouth""steadfast resolve""a man of unbendable perseverence""unwavering loyalty"2. not soft or yielding to pressure;
"a firm mattress""the snow was firm underfoot""solid ground"3. strong and sure;
"a firm grasp""gave a strong pull on the rope"4. not subject to revision or change;
"a firm contract""a firm offer"5. (of especially a person's physical features) not shaking or trembling;
"his voice was firm and confident""a firm step"6. not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall;
"stocks are still firm"7. securely established;
"an established reputation""holds a firm position as the country's leading poet"8. marked by the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue;
"firm muscles"9. pleasingly firm and fresh and making a crunching noise when chewed;
"crisp carrot and celery sticks""a firm apple""crunchy lettuce"10. securely fixed in place;
"the post was still firm after being hit by the car"11. unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause;
"a firm ally""loyal supporters""the true-hearted soldier...of Tippecanoe"- Campaign song for William Henry Harrison"fast friends"Adverb
1. with resolute determination;
"we firmly believed it""you must stand firm"行业词典
法律： 企业；公司；
