transcription, транскрипция: [ frædʒaɪl, AM -dʒ(ə)l ]
1.
If you describe a situation as fragile , you mean that it is weak or uncertain, and unlikely to be able to resist strong pressure or attack. ( JOURNALISM )
The fragile economies of several southern African nations could be irreparably damaged...
His overall condition remained fragile.
= unstable
ADJ
• fra‧gil‧ity
By mid-1988 there were clear indications of the extreme fragility of the Right-wing coalition.
N-UNCOUNT : oft N of n
2.
Something that is fragile is easily broken or damaged.
He leaned back in his fragile chair.
≠ sturdy
ADJ
• fra‧gil‧ity
Older drivers are more likely to be seriously injured because of the fragility of their bones.
N-UNCOUNT : oft N of n