vt.

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

   他应该要提升。

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

   通过考试的学生将升到高一个年级去。

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

   首相的访问将促进两国间的合作。

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

   促使议案在议会获得通过。

5. 发起，创立
   Several bankers promoted the new company.

   好几个银行家联手创立了这个新公司。

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

   你的工作是促销这一新产品。

7. 【美】【俚】用不正当手段获得

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.