vt.

1. 晉升[H][（+to）][O9]
   He certainly ought to be promoted.

   他應該要晉升。

2. 使（學生）升級[H][（+to）]
   Pupils who pass the test will be promoted to the next higher grade.

   通過考試的學生將升到高一個年級去。

3. 促進；發揚；引起
   The Prime Minister's visit will promote the cooperation between the two countries.

   首相的訪問將促進兩國間的合作。

4. 促使（法律等）通過
   Promote a bill in Parliament.

   促使議案在議會獲得通過。

5. 發起，創立
   Several bankers promoted the new company.

   好幾個銀行家聯手創立了這個新公司。

6. 【美】宣傳，推銷（商品等）
   Your job is to promote the new product.

   你的工作是促銷這一新產品。

7. 【美】【俚】用不正當手段獲得

v.

1. further the progress of; support or encourage.
   ▸publicize (a product or venture).
   ▸attempt to ensure the passing of (a private Act of Parliament).
2. raise to a higher position or rank.
   ▸transfer (a sports team) to a higher division of a league.
3. Chemistry  (of an additive) increase the activity of (a catalyst).
4. Chess  exchange (a pawn) for a more powerful piece when it reaches the opponent's end of the board.