abyss

柯林斯词典

1. N-COUNT An abyss is a very deep hole in the ground. 深渊[文学性]
The torrent, swollen by the melting snow, plunges into a tremendous abyss. 因融化的雪水而高涨的急流泻入一个巨大的深渊之中。
2. N-COUNT If someone is on the edge or brink of an abyss, they are about to enter into a very frightening or threatening situation. 深渊 (指危险处境)[文学性]
...a warning that the Middle East was on the brink of an abyss. …一则有关中东已经濒临深渊的警告。