ethic
n
1 system of moral principles; rules of conduct 道德标准; 行为准则
the Puritan ethic 清教徒的伦理观
the Christian ethic 基督徒的伦理观.
2 ethics n
(a) [sing v] science that deals with morals 伦理学
Ethics is a branch of philosophy. 伦理学是哲学的分科.
(b) [pl] moral correctness 道德规范
The ethics of his decision are doubtful. 他的这一决定是否合乎道德规范值得怀疑.
Medical ethics (ie those observed by the medical profession) forbid a doctor to have a love affair with a patient. 行医道德有规定, 禁止医生与病人谈恋爱.
Prompt delivery would be necessary as we have a fast turnover in this trade. We would therefore need your assurance that you could meet all delivery dates.
即期交货很重要,因为这种货流转很快。所以我们需要你方保证及时交货。
There they look at the moon, and eat the cakes.Mmmm! How delicious they are!