advancement

advancement
noun
  1. [mass noun]the process of promoting a cause or plan
    (对事业、计划的)促进
    their lives were devoted to the advancement of science.
    他们献身于科学的进步。
    ■the promotion of a person in rank or status
    提拔
    opportunities for career advancement.
    促进事业发展的机会。
    ■[count noun]a development or improvement
    发展,进步
    technological advancements.
    技术进步。
语源
  1. Middle English : from Old French avancement, from avancer 'to advance'
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