exploit
/ˈeksplɔɪt; `ɛksplɔɪt/ n[C]
brave or adventurous deed or action 英勇的或冒险的行为或事迹
The daring exploits of the parachutists were much admired. 跳伞者大胆的冒险动作令人赞叹不已.
(joc 谑) I'm not interested in hearing about Bill's amorous exploits. 我没兴 趣听比尔那些色胆包天的事. =>Usage at act1 用法见act1.
exploit / ɪkˈsplɔɪt; ɪk`splɔɪt/ v [Tn]
1 use, work or develop fully (esp mines and other natural resources) 利用或开发（尤指矿藏和其他自然资源）
exploit oil reserves, water power, solar energy, etc 开发石油资源、 开发水利资源、 利用太阳能.
2 use (sb/sth) selfishly and unfairly for one's own advantage or profit 剥削或利用（某人[某事物]）
child labour exploited in factories 在工厂中受剥削的童工
exploit a situation for one's own advantage 趁著形势谋取私利
They exploited her generosity shamelessly. 他们无耻地利用了她的慷慨.