topple /ˈtɒpəl/ CET6+ TEM4 ( toppling, toppled, topples )

• 1. 

  V-T/V-I If someone or something topples somewhere or if you topple them, they become unsteady or unstable and fall over. 倒下

  例：

  He just released his hold and toppled slowly backwards.

  他就松手，慢慢地向后倒下了。

• 2. 

  PHRASAL VERB Topple over means the same as . 同(topple)

  例：

  The tree is so badly damaged they are worried it might topple over.

  这棵树损伤非常严重以至于他们担心它会倒下。

• 3. 

  V-T To topple a government or leader, especially one that is not elected by the people, means to cause them to lose power. 推翻 [journalism]

  例：

  ...the revolution which toppled the regime.

  …推翻了该政权的革命。