[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
Middle English : from Old French avancement, from avancer 'to advance'