late 14c., from Anglo-French enseurer, from en- "make" (see en- (1)) + Old French seur "sure" (see sure); probably influenced by Old French asseurer "assure." Compare insure. Related: Ensured; ensures; ensuring.
权威例句
1. The drill should be slowly rotated to ensure a clean hole.
钻头必须缓慢转动,以保证钻孔平整光滑。
2. Goldsmith has repaired the roof to ensure the house is wind-proof.
戈德史密斯修理了屋顶,以确保房屋能够抗风。
3. An independent regulator will be appointed to ensure fair competition.
将会指定一个独立的管理机构来保证公平竞争。
4. Ensure that the frame is securely fixed to the ground with bolts.
确保用螺栓把框架牢牢地固定在地面上。
5. I have a particular responsibility to ensure I make the right decision.