# defs

key: sneer:verb::35fef631
zh: (動詞) 以非常直白的方式表達對某人或某事的不喜歡與不尊重——通常接「at」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to express dislike and a lack of respect for someone or something in a very open way —usually + at


key: finding:noun::2b7e71b2
zh: (動詞) 無意間或未經刻意嘗試而發現（某事或某人）：偶然發現（某事或某人）
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance


key: scent:noun::c5eb9ff5
zh: （名詞）動物或人類留下的氣味，某些動物（例如狗）能夠感知並循著這股氣味追蹤——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a smell that is left by an animal or person and that can be sensed and followed by some animals (such as dogs) —often used figuratively


key: derisively:adverb::2b6f50cb
zh: (名詞) 人們以侮辱性方式批評並嘲笑某人或某事時所流露的情緒
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the feeling that people express when they criticize and laugh at someone or something in an insulting way


key: mesmerize:verb::a330fbf4
zh: (動詞) 完全吸引（某人）的注意力：令（某人）如此著迷或驚嘆，以致對其他事物視而不見、渾然不覺——通常用作「著迷」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to hold the attention of (someone) entirely : to interest or amaze (someone) so much that nothing else is seen or noticed—usually used as (be) mesmerized


key: returned:adjective::5a03f9e5
zh: (動詞) 將（某物）帶回、送回、寄回或送往其來源地或應去之處
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to bring, give, send, or take (something) to the place that it came from or the place where it should go


key: merciful:adjective::ecf77519
zh: （形容詞）以仁慈與寬恕對待他人：不殘酷或嚴苛：具有或展現仁慈
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) treating people with kindness and forgiveness : not cruel or harsh : having or showing mercy


key: grit:verb::f48872d5
zh: (名詞) 從某物體上突出、形狀銳利或尖銳，且屬於一排類似物體中的一員
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a sharp or pointed object that sticks out of something and is part of a row of similar objects


key: intended:adjective::dc737a2d
zh: (名詞) 以幽默的方式使用某個詞或短語，使其暗示出多種含義——通常搭配「on」
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a humorous way of using a word or phrase so that more than one meaning is suggested —often + on


key: rot:verb::e3d42cd6
zh: (名詞) 腐爛的過程，或某物腐爛後所呈現的狀態——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the process of rotting or the condition that results when something rots —often used figuratively


key: cache:noun::ff74ff9a
zh: （名詞）因屬非法或為贓物而被藏匿於秘密地點的一批物品
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a group of things that have been hidden in a secret place because they are illegal or have been stolen


key: propel:noun::60034087
zh: (動詞) 推動或驅使（某人或某物）向前或朝特定方向前進——常作比喻用法
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to push or drive (someone or something) forward or in a particular direction —often used figuratively


key: harness:noun::03dd86d3
zh: (名詞) 一組繫在動物（例如馬）身上的繩索，用以讓牠拉動重物
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a set of straps that are placed on an animal (such as a horse) so that it can pull something heavy


key: breed:noun::f8f5aed4
zh: (名詞) 某種特定的狗、貓、馬等：經由育種培育出的動物品種
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a particular kind of dog, cat, horse, etc. : a kind of animal that has been produced by breeding


key: crude:noun::900017e4
zh: （形容詞）粗魯到令人感到不適；特別是：以粗魯的方式談論性話題
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) rude in a way that makes people uncomfortable; especially : talking about sexual matters in a rude way


key: haunt:verb::57d3b439
zh: (動詞) 不斷浮現在（某人）腦海中，尤其是以一種令該人感到悲傷或難過的方式
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to keep coming back to the mind of (someone) especially in a way that makes the person sad or upset


key: appoint:verb::78c6ee47
zh: (動詞) 決定（某事發生的時間或地點）——通常用作「指定」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to decide (the time or place at which something will happen or be done)—usually used as appointed


key: tactic:noun::5056d429
zh: (名詞) 為了拖延某項決定、事件等而採取的行動——亦稱（主要用於美國）拖延戰術
source: deepl
en:
(noun) something that is done in order to delay a decision, an occurrence, etc. —called also (chiefly US) delay tactic


key: pond:noun::6f16d82e
zh: （名詞）一種生活在水中的冷血動物，靠鰓呼吸，通常具有鰭和鱗
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a cold-blooded animal that lives in water, breathes with gills, and usually has fins and scales


key: burden:noun::882adf20
zh: (動詞) 使（某人）承擔或搬運沉重之物，或接受或處理困難之事：給（某人）施加沉重負擔——通常用作「（被）負擔」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to make (someone) hold or carry something heavy or accept or deal with something difficult : to put a heavy burden on (someone) —usually used as (be) burdened


key: boom:verb::26c4faae
zh: (名詞) 飛機以超過音速的速度飛行時所產生的極其巨大且爆裂般的聲響
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a very loud and explosive noise that is produced by an aircraft when it travels faster than the speed of sound


key: inviting:adjective::7737d268
zh: （形容詞）具有某種吸引力，讓人想做某事、去某處、靠近某人等。
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) attractive in a way that makes you want to do something, go somewhere, be near someone, etc.


key: drawing:noun::b0e19488
zh: (名詞) 從一組事物中挑選某樣東西（例如中獎彩券）的行為，且在挑選時並不知道自己選的是哪一個——常與「for」連用——亦稱（主要用於英國）抽籤
source: deepl
en:
(noun) an act of choosing something (such as a winning ticket) from a group without knowing which one you are choosing —often + for —called also (chiefly British) draw


key: wheel:verb::dbc41eb1
zh: (名詞) 汽車、廂型車等車輛底部圓形部件之一，能滾動並使車輛移動
source: deepl
en:
(noun) one of the round parts underneath a car, wagon, etc., that rolls and allows something to move


key: benefit:noun::a3e8f253
zh: (名詞) 雇主除基本薪資外，額外提供給員工的福利（例如休假或健康保險）：附帶福利 — 常用作其他名詞的前置詞
source: deepl
en:
(noun) something extra (such as vacation time or health insurance) that is given by an employer to workers in addition to their regular pay : fringe benefit —often used before another noun


key: accident:noun::f3c0ded7
zh: (名詞) 指未經預先計畫或意圖，且造成損害或傷害的突發事件（例如車禍）
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a sudden event (such as a crash) that is not planned or intended and that causes damage or injury


key: encourage:verb::9569f84f
zh: (動詞) 使（某人）更加堅定、充滿希望或更有信心——常以「受到鼓舞」的形式使用——有時後接 to + 動詞
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to make (someone) more determined, hopeful, or confident —often used as (be) encouraged —sometimes followed by to + verb


key: flint:noun::3af4b7bf
zh: （名詞）一種堅硬的岩石，當被鋼鐵撞擊時會產生一小塊發熱的物質（稱為火花）
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a hard type of rock that produces a small piece of burning material (called a spark) when it is hit by steel


key: tent:noun::db8a57f3
zh: (名詞) 一種用於戶外的便攜式遮蔽所，由布料（例如帆布或尼龍）製成，並以桿子和繩索支撐
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a portable shelter that is used outdoors, is made of cloth (such as canvas or nylon), and is held up with poles and ropes


key: intend:verb::aa340b57
zh: (動詞) 計劃或打算做（某事）：將（某事）作為目的或目標放在心上——通常接「to + 動詞」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to plan or want to do (something) : to have (something) in your mind as a purpose or goal —usually followed by to + verb


key: marriage:noun::471e4c02
zh: (名詞) 由非宗教領袖（例如治安法官）主持的婚禮
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a marriage performed by a person (such as a justice of the peace) who is not a religious leader


key: pounce:infinitive::b6049993
zh: (動詞) 突然朝某人或某物撲去並抓住 —通常接「on」—常作比喻用法
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to suddenly jump toward and take hold of someone or something —usually + on —often used figuratively


key: ambush:verb::503a1c0e
zh: （名詞）一種先隱藏起來，等待他人出現，然後突然發動攻擊的行為：突襲
source: deepl
en:
(noun) an act of hiding, waiting for others to appear, and then suddenly attacking them : a surprise attack


key: tribe:noun::abc7b6bd
zh: （名詞）由許多家庭和親屬組成的群體，他們擁有相同的語言、習俗和信仰
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a group of people that includes many families and relatives who have the same language, customs, and beliefs


key: noose:noun::10b1389b
zh: （名詞）繩索末端的一個大圈，當拉緊繩索時會變小，常用於絞死人、捕捉動物等。
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a large loop at the end of a rope that gets smaller when you pull the rope and that is used to hang people, to capture animals, etc.


key: brief:noun::72592d32
zh: (名詞) 觀察某人或某組織的行為，以確保其未從事任何違法或不當行為的行為
source: deepl
en:
(noun) an act of watching the actions of a person or organization to make sure nothing illegal or wrong is being done


key: slain:adjective::9aa46443
zh: （動詞）殺害（某人）——特別常用於新聞報導和標題中——通常用作「被殺害」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to kill (someone)—used especially in newspaper stories and headlines—usually used as (be) slain


key: imagination:plural::ca8a02f2
zh: （名詞）想像不存在事物的能力：將未曾見過或經歷過的事物在腦海中形成畫面之能力
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the ability to imagine things that are not real : the ability to form a picture in your mind of something that you have not seen or experienced


key: dizzy:adjective::f43b0eac
zh: （形容詞）即使靜止不動，卻感覺自己像是在原地打轉，隨時都會跌倒
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) feeling that you are turning around in circles and are going to fall even though you are standing still


key: mingle:verb::571184ba
zh: (動詞) 在派對、聚會等場合中四處走動，並與不同的人隨意交談——通常搭配「與」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to move around during a party, meeting, etc., and talk informally with different people —often + with


key: litany:noun::33de245e
zh: (名詞) 基督教禮拜中的一種禱告形式，由主持禮拜者誦讀禱詞，與會者隨之回應
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a prayer in a Christian church service in which the people at the service respond to lines spoken by the person who is leading the service


key: collapse:verb::5dc1d9e9
zh: (名詞) 因生病或疲憊而突然跌倒或失去意識的情況或事件——通常用單數形式
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a situation or occurrence in which someone suddenly falls down or becomes unconscious because of being sick or exhausted —usually singular


key: grimace:noun::ad3a736a
zh: （名詞）一種面部表情，其特徵是嘴巴和臉部扭曲，以表達厭惡、不滿或痛苦
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a facial expression in which your mouth and face are twisted in a way that shows disgust, disapproval, or pain


key: daze:verb::e9e8284c
zh: （名詞）某人（例如受到驚嚇或受傷的人）無法正常思考或行動的狀態——用於短語「神志恍惚」中
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a state in which someone (such as a person who has been surprised or injured) is not able to think or act normally—used in the phrase in a daze


key: mumble:verb::90d7410b
zh: (動詞) 以低聲且含糊不清的方式說（某事），使得旁人難以聽清你說了什麼
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to say (something) quietly in an unclear way that makes it difficult for people to know what you said


key: alternate:gerund::247848b0
zh: (動詞) 將（不同的事物）排列或執行，使其以重複的序列相互接續——常與……搭配——常與……搭配——常在……之間
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to place or do (different things) so that one follows the other in a repeated series —often + with —often + with —often + between


key: riddle:noun::b60ddbd8
zh: (動詞) 使（某物）充滿不良或令人不快的東西——通常用作「（被）充斥著」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to fill (something) with something that is bad or unpleasant—usually used as (be) riddled with


key: attentive:adjective::edc41c1e
zh: （形容詞）仔細思考或觀察某事：對某事格外留心——常與「to」連用
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) thinking about or watching something carefully : paying careful attention to something —often + to


key: nighttime:noun::25a3f7d1
zh: (名詞) 一天結束與下一天開始之間的黑暗時段：無法看見陽光的時段——常用作其他名詞的前置詞
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the time of darkness between one day and the next : the time of day when no light from the sun can be seen —often used before another noun


key: sear:gerund::b65e23d0
zh: （動詞）指因強烈且驟然的熱力而灼燒並損壞（某物）的表面——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to burn and damage the surface of (something) with strong and sudden heat —often used figuratively


key: promising:adjective::ecc72af9
zh: (動詞) 向某人保證自己一定會做某事，或某事將在未來一定會發生
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to tell someone that you will definitely do something or that something will definitely happen in the future


key: apology:noun::350811ab
zh: （名詞）表示對某事感到抱歉的陳述：對自己做錯或說錯某事所表達的懊悔
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a statement saying that you are sorry about something : an expression of regret for having done or said something wrong


key: baldric:adjective::22d43c97
zh: (名詞) 一種用來固定劍的腰帶，有時裝飾華麗，佩戴時呈斜跨方式，從肩膀延伸至臀部。
source: deepl
en:
(noun) A belt used to hold a sword, sometimes richly ornamented, worn diagonally from shoulder to hip.


key: solace:noun::77613111
zh: (名詞) 能讓感到悲傷、沮喪等人感到安慰的人或事物：慰藉的來源 —— 常與 in 搭配使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) someone or something that gives a feeling of comfort to a person who is sad, depressed, etc. : a source of comfort —often + in


key: borne:noun::e1ddd2bd
zh: (動詞) 接受或忍受（某事）——通常用於搭配 can、can't、could 及 couldn't（美國英語）的疑問句和否定句中——+ for
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for


key: proclamation:plural::3d43c276
zh: (名詞) 以公開、正式或明確的方式發表言論的行為：宣告某事的行為
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the act of saying something in a public, official, or definite way : the act of proclaiming something


key: loincloth:noun::e42f4945
zh: （名詞）一種用來遮蓋生殖器的布料，特別是在世界極度炎熱地區的男性常穿著
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a piece of cloth worn to cover the sexual organs especially by men in very hot parts of the world


key: anxiously:adverb::18898c3a
zh: (形容詞) 極度渴望或迫切想做某事或擁有某物，尤其是出於恐懼或緊張——通常後接「to + 動詞」
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) wanting or eager to do or have something very much especially because of fear or nervousness —often followed by to + verb


key: dangle:gerund::7a9f9778
zh: (動詞) 鬆弛地垂下，尤其是能自由擺動的方式——常與「from」連用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to hang down loosely especially in a way that makes it possible to swing freely —often + from


key: spray:verb::459009cd
zh: （名詞）一種由辣椒中提取的化學物質製成的物質，噴灑在他人身上時，會導致暫時性失明，並對鼻腔、喉嚨及皮膚造成疼痛
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a substance made from a chemical found in peppers that causes temporary blindness and pain to the nose, throat, and skin when it is sprayed on someone


key: mutiny:noun::d044c14c
zh: （名詞）指一群人（例如水手或士兵）拒絕服從命令，並試圖奪取指揮官權力的情況
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a situation in which a group of people (such as sailors or soldiers) refuse to obey orders and try to take control away from the person who commands them


key: magnetite:verb::9bb2f564
zh: （名詞）一種磁性礦物，化學式為 Fe₃O₄，是鐵的主要礦石之一。它也被稱為磁石。
source: deepl
en:
(noun) A magnetic mineral, Fe3O4, one of the primary ores of iron. It has also been called lodestone.


key: inflection:plural::df733f57
zh: (名詞) 語調的起伏：語音音高或語調的變化
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a rise or fall in the sound of a person's voice : a change in the pitch or tone of a person's voice


key: meander:verb::7543f4e0
zh: (動詞) 不是沿著筆直或直線前進，而是充滿彎曲：走蜿蜒曲折的路徑
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to have a lot of curves instead of going in a straight or direct line : to follow a winding course


key: underestimate:verb::6c708654
zh: (動詞) 將（某人或某物）的能力、影響力或價值低估，認為其不如實際水平
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to think of (someone or something) as being lower in ability, influence, or value than that person or thing actually is


key: creak:gerund::d3f5bc10
zh: (動詞) 發出長而高亢的聲音：發出類似老舊門扇開闔時所發出的聲音
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to make a long, high sound : to make a sound like the sound made by an old door when it opens or closes


key: sidestep:gerund::5b0562f7
zh: (動詞) 向右或向左閃避，以免撞上或被（某人或某物）撞到
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to avoid walking into or being hit by (someone or something) by stepping to the right or left


key: stampede:noun::c0b13fe3
zh: (名詞) 一群受驚或激動的動物或人群，為逃離某物或離開某地等，而以狂亂且失控的方式一擁而出的現象。
source: deepl
en:
(noun) an occurrence in which a large group of frightened or excited animals or people run together in a wild and uncontrolled way to escape from something, get out of a place, etc.


key: sin:noun::a5a7ed7e
zh: （名詞）基督教中被視為極其嚴重、且被認為會引發其他罪惡的七宗罪之一
source: deepl
en:
(noun) one of seven sins that in the Christian religion are considered to be very serious and are believed to cause other sins


key: recount:verb::ee65647c
zh: (動詞) 向某人講述（某件事）: 描述或敘述（某個事件）
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to tell someone about (something that happened) : to describe or give an account of (an event)


key: binding:noun::78b6de83
zh: （動詞）將某人的手或腳綁住，以防止其逃脫或移動——有時也作比喻用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to tie the hands or feet of a person to prevent escape or movement —sometimes used figuratively


key: carve:verb::beb96da7
zh: (動詞) 透過切割材料來製作（某物，例如雕塑或設計）——通常搭配「用……製成」或「由……製成」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to make (something, such as a sculpture or design) by cutting off pieces of the material it is made of —often + out of or from


key: eagerness:noun::e3367f65
zh: （形容詞）非常興奮且感興趣：對某事或某物懷有強烈且迫不及待的渴望
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) very excited and interested : feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something


key: boundary:noun::fd576bbd
zh: (名詞) 某種事物（例如河流、圍籬或虛線），用以標示一個區域的結束與另一個區域的開始
source: deepl
en:
(noun) something (such as a river, a fence, or an imaginary line) that shows where an area ends and another area begins


key: laden:noun::d5c65d48
zh: （形容詞）裝載著大量某物：擁有或攜帶大量某物——通常接「with」——常作比喻用法
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) loaded heavily with something : having or carrying a large amount of something —usually + with —often used figuratively


key: heritage:noun::d89cd05f
zh: (名詞) 構成某個群體或國家歷史一部分的傳統、成就、信仰等——通常用單數形式
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation—usually singular


key: compensation:singular::4992668e
zh: （名詞）政府支付給無業者的款項——亦稱為失業救濟金、失業補助金、失業補償金
source: deepl
en:
(noun) money paid by the government to someone who does not have a job —called also unemployment benefits, unemployment benefit, unemployment compensation


key: circumvent:verb::0bc2092b
zh: （動詞）避免受到（某事物，例如法律或規則）的阻撓：以聰明且有時不誠實的方式規避（某事物）
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to avoid being stopped by (something, such as a law or rule) : to get around (something) in a clever and sometimes dishonest way


key: confront:verb::37012d4e
zh: (動詞) 處理（某事，例如問題或危險）；特別是：以誠實且直接的方式處理（某事）
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to deal with (something, such as a problem or danger); especially : to deal with (something) in an honest and direct way


key: harshly:adverb::fc821043
zh: （形容詞）因強度或力量過大而產生令人不快或有害的影響：過於強烈或強大
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) having an unpleasant or harmful effect because of great strength or force : too intense or powerful


key: appreciation:singular::619daa23
zh: (名詞) 理解某事物價值、品質或重要性的能力：欣賞某事物的能力——通常與「of」或「for」搭配使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) an ability to understand the worth, quality, or importance of something : an ability to appreciate something —usually + of or for


key: competition:singular::dc6d0c09
zh: (名詞) 試圖獲得或贏得某物（例如獎品或更高的成就）的行為或過程，而其他人也在試圖獲得或贏得該物：競爭的行為或過程
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the act or process of trying to get or win something (such as a prize or a higher level of success) that someone else is also trying to get or win : the act or process of competing


key: buzz:verb::d8883661
zh: (動詞) 將（某物）交到某人手中：使某人因特定原因而持有或擁有（某物）
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to put (something) into someone's hand : to cause someone to hold or possess (something) for a specified reason


key: quality:noun::9c2d9a91
zh: (名詞) 一顆恆星或行星，特別是位於某個特定位置，在占星學中被認為會影響人們的生活——通常為複數
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a star or planet especially in a certain position that is believed in astrology to influence people's lives —usually plural


key: supporting:adjective::e2d0accc
zh: （名詞）套在手臂、腿部等處的硬質護具，用以協助骨折處癒合——亦稱石膏繃帶
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a hard covering that is put on an arm, leg, etc., so that a broken bone can heal —called also plaster cast


key: beating:noun::689de014
zh: (名詞) 反覆擊打他人以致其疼痛或受傷的行為：毆打他人的行為——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the act of repeatedly hitting someone to cause pain or injury : the act of beating someone —often used figuratively


key: greeting:noun::ab88f6bc
zh: (動詞) 以通常友善且有禮的言行迎接（剛到的人）：歡迎
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to meet (someone who has just arrived) with usually friendly and polite words and actions : welcome


key: social:adjective::fc8ed0c7
zh: (名詞) 試圖提升社會地位或身價的人（例如透過與富人結交）
source: deepl
en:
(noun) someone who tries to gain a higher social position or status (such as by becoming friendly with wealthy people)


key: patient:adjective::37495be6
zh: （形容詞）在長時間等待、處理問題或應對難纏的人時，仍能保持冷靜、不感到煩躁——常與……搭配使用
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) able to remain calm and not become annoyed when waiting for a long time or when dealing with problems or difficult people —often + with


key: covering:noun::15d6cc96
zh: (名詞) 隨附某項物品一併寄出的信件，用以說明該物品的緣由或提供更多相關資訊——亦稱（英國）附信
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a letter that is sent with something to explain the reason for it or to give more information about it —called also (British) covering letter


key: sparse:adjective::e6faf599
zh: （形容詞）僅以少量存在：少於所需或正常水平；尤指：僅薄薄地覆蓋某個區域：不厚實或不豐滿
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) present only in small amounts : less than necessary or normal; especially : thinly covering an area : not thick or full


key: pulling:noun::c6d9622b
zh: (名詞) 吸引大量觀眾參與演出、活動等的能力——亦稱（主要用於英國）「號召力」
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the ability to attract a lot of people to a performance, event, etc. —called also (chiefly British) pulling power


key: secretive:adjective::bd33f819
zh: （形容詞）不讓人看見或知道自己在做什麼或想什麼：傾向於秘密行事
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) not letting people see or know what you are doing or thinking : tending to act in secret


key: wilderness:noun::0fb71274
zh: （名詞）人煙稀少的荒野與自然區域——常置於其他名詞之前——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a wild and natural area in which few people live —often used before another noun —often used figuratively


key: retire:verb::907d5163
zh: （動詞）使（某人，例如軍官）結束工作或職業生涯——通常用作「（被）退役」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to cause (someone, such as a military officer) to end a job or career—usually used as (be) retired


key: click:noun::23d4bb98
zh: (名詞) 透過按壓滑鼠或其他裝置上的按鈕，在電腦螢幕上選取某項內容的動作
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the act of selecting something on a computer screen by pressing a button on a mouse or some other device


key: fancy:adjective::2dd277bc
zh: （形容詞）沒有責任：不受與他人的羈絆所束縛——通常用於「無拘無束」這個短語中
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) having no responsibilities : not held back by ties to other people—usually used in the phrase footloose and fancy-free


key: beckon:verb::cc639358
zh: (動詞) 用手臂或手向（某人）示意，以示意該人靠近或跟隨
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to signal (someone) with your arm or hand in order to tell that person to come closer or follow


key: investigate:infinitive::7f3b103e
zh: (動詞) 試圖查明（某事，例如犯罪或事故）的真相，以了解事件的經過、肇事者等。
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.


key: conclusion:noun::1b3ea65e
zh: (名詞) 最終決定或判斷：經過一段時間的思考或研究後所形成的意見或決定
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a final decision or judgment : an opinion or decision that is formed after a period of thought or research


key: lurk:verb::fd71bc9d
zh: (動詞) 藏身於隱蔽之處：在秘密或隱蔽之處潛伏，特別是為了做些不當或有害之事——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to be in a hidden place : to wait in a secret or hidden place especially in order to do something wrong or harmful —often used figuratively


key: channel:verb::b33f81dc
zh: (動詞) 透過特定的行為或舉動來表達（自己的想法、思緒、感受、能量等）——通常接「into」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to express (your ideas, thoughts, feelings, energy, etc.) through a particular behavior or action —often + into


key: pressing:noun::8ef4f06c
zh: (動詞) 強迫或試圖說服（某人）做某事，特別是透過反覆要求對方去做
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to force or try to persuade (someone) to do something especially by repeatedly asking for it to be done


key: union:plural::a8af6b1e
zh: （名詞）指兩名同性人士之間的一種法律關係，賦予他們與已婚人士部分相同的權利與義務
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a legal relationship between two people of the same sex that gives them some of the same rights and responsibilities that married people have


key: commit:verb::9eee52ce
zh: (動詞) 表示（某人或某物）必定會做某事：使（某人或某物）有義務去做某事
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to say that (someone or something) will definitely do something : to make (someone or something) obligated to do something


key: deepen:verb::82aad077
zh: (動詞) 變得更強烈或更強烈；使（某物，例如某種感覺或情緒）變得更強烈或更強烈
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to become or to cause (something, such as a feeling or emotion) to become stronger or more powerful


key: chain:noun::d93608dd
zh: (名詞) 鎖在囚犯手臂或腿上的鎖鏈——通常為複數形式——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a chain that is attached to the arms or legs of a prisoner—usually plural —often used figuratively


key: effectively:adverb::435baff2
zh: （副詞）以間接的方式——用來表示某事與另一件事具有相同的效果或結果
source: deepl
en:
(adverb) in an indirect way—used to say that one thing has the same effect or result as something else


key: wandering:noun::891ecea5
zh: (動詞) 四處走動或前往不同地方，通常沒有特定目的或方向
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to move around or go to different places usually without having a particular purpose or direction


key: nickname:noun::f71fac3a
zh: (動詞) 給（某人）取一個並非其本名的名字：給（某人）取綽號
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to give (someone) a name that is not that person's real name : to give a nickname to (someone)


key: dismissively:adverb::3b181948
zh: （形容詞）表示你認為某事或某人不值得思考或考慮
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) showing that you do not think something or someone is worth thinking about or considering


key: enchanting:noun::eb0f2111
zh: (動詞) 透過有趣、漂亮等特質吸引並抓住（某人）的注意力——常用作「著迷」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to attract and hold the attention of (someone) by being interesting, pretty, etc. —often used as (be) enchanted


key: prickly:adjective::6fe0c5bf
zh: （名詞）一種開黃花、果實呈梨形的仙人掌；亦指：此植物的果實
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a cactus that has yellow flowers and fruits shaped like pears; also : the fruit of this plant


key: testing:noun::fa950663
zh: (動詞) 透過一系列問題或題目來評估某人的技能、知識或能力——通常接「on」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to use a set of questions or problems to measure someone's skills, knowledge, or abilities —often + on


key: eyelid:noun::c10b1486
zh: (動詞) 快速地閉上再睜開（眼睛或睫毛）數次，特別是作為調情的手段
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to close and open (your eyes or eyelashes) very quickly several times especially as a way of flirting


key: mortality:noun::82552b26
zh: (名詞) 指某人或某物具有生命、因而必然會死亡的性質或狀態：指具有凡人特質的性質或狀態
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the quality or state of being a person or thing that is alive and therefore certain to die : the quality or state of being mortal


key: wariness:noun::83bf0172
zh: （形容詞）對某人或某事缺乏或未展現完全的信任，因該人或事可能具有危險性或引發麻煩——常與「對……的」搭配使用
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) not having or showing complete trust in someone or something that could be dangerous or cause trouble —often + of


key: sympathize:verb::fa501df4
zh: (動詞) 對處境艱難的人感到難過：因為理解對方的困境而對其產生同情——常與「with」連用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to feel sorry for someone who is in a bad situation : to feel sympathy for someone because you understand that person's problems —often + with


key: urgency:noun::847def0d
zh: （名詞）正在進行、討論或思考的事物——常帶有諷刺意味，用來指稱某種棘手或重要的處境或問題
source: deepl
en:
(noun) something that is being done, talked about, or thought about —often used in an ironic way to refer to a difficult or important situation or problem


key: overrule:verb::e25dde02
zh: (動詞) 判定（某事或某人）有錯：裁定（某事或某人）敗訴——有時作比喻用法
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to decide that (something or someone) is wrong : to rule against (something or someone) —sometimes used figuratively


key: commission:verb::fb778a8f
zh: （名詞）由英國政府選任的一群人，負責審查特定議題或問題，並就法律修訂提出建議
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a group of people chosen by the British government to examine a particular topic or issue and recommend changes in the law


key: slanting:adjective::b7ad6212
zh: (動詞) 以偏袒特定群體、觀點等方式呈現（某事物，例如新聞報導）——常作「帶有偏見」之意
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to present (something, such as a news story) in a way that favors a particular group, opinion, etc. —often used as (be) slanted


key: navigate:verb::873fc84c
zh: (動詞) 指搭乘船隻、飛機、汽車等交通工具旅行時，找到前往某地的路徑——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to find the way to get to a place when you are traveling in a ship, airplane, car, etc. —often used figuratively


key: procedure:noun::c141e543
zh: (名詞) 以特定方式或順序進行的一系列動作：一種既定或被接受的做事方式
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a series of actions that are done in a certain way or order : an established or accepted way of doing something


key: accusing:adjective::e59211eb
zh: (動詞) 使（某物）的前端或尖端朝向某人或某物——常與「at」連用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to cause the front or tip of (something) to be turned toward someone or something —often + at


key: wharf:noun::f52d4e01
zh: (名詞) 建於河岸、海濱等地的一種平坦結構，供船隻裝卸貨物或乘客
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a flat structure that is built along the shore of a river, ocean, etc., so that ships can load and unload cargo or passengers


key: semiconscious:adjective::99a7f596
zh: （形容詞）半清醒的：僅僅稍微清醒，能夠理解周圍發生的事情
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) partially conscious : only somewhat awake and able to understand what is happening around you


key: mossy:adjective::43614a07
zh: (名詞) 一種綠色植物，葉片極小且無花，生長於岩石、樹皮或潮濕的地面上
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a type of green plant that has very small leaves and no flowers and that grows on rocks, bark, or wet ground


key: proved:adjective::e1a38153
zh: (動詞) 結果證明是——用來表示某事或某人最終被發現具有某種特質、能力等。
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to turn out to be—used to say that something or someone is eventually found to have a particular quality, ability, etc.


key: conduct:noun::ac3a1719
zh: （形容詞）因製造大量噪音、行為暴力等，而在公共場所造成困擾的
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) causing a problem especially in a public place by making a lot of noise, behaving violently, etc.


key: zip:pasttense::3fc16e5d
zh: (名詞) 一種由兩排金屬或塑膠齒片，以及一個可沿齒片滑動以使齒片咬合或分離的部件所組成的裝置，用於扣合衣物、開合袋子等——亦稱（英國）拉鍊
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a device that is made of two rows of metal or plastic teeth and another piece that slides over the teeth to make them fit together or come apart and that is used to fasten clothing, open or close bags, etc. —called also (British) zip


key: entangle:gerund::b23e37fa
zh: (動詞) 使（某物）被其他東西纏住或糾結在一起：纏繞——通常用作「被纏繞」
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to cause (something) to get caught in or twisted with something else : tangle—usually used as (be/get) entangled


key: coward:noun::2f7a3b51
zh: (名詞) 因過於害怕而不敢做正確或應做之事的人：完全缺乏勇氣或膽量的人
source: deepl
en:
(noun) someone who is too afraid to do what is right or expected : someone who is not at all brave or courageous


key: tantalizing:adjective::10fcadcc
zh: (動詞) 使（某人）對某件極具吸引力、令人心動等的事物產生興趣或興奮感。
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.


key: rein:noun::d426a5c4
zh: (名詞) 固定在動物（例如馬）頭部裝置（稱為馬韁）上的繫帶，用以引導和控制該動物——通常為複數
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a strap that is fastened to a device (called a bridle) placed on the head of an animal (such as a horse) and that is used to guide and control the animal—usually plural


key: smirk:noun::821147e5
zh: (動詞) 因自我滿足、幸災樂禍等原因而露出令人不快的笑容——常與「at」搭配使用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to smile in an unpleasant way because you are pleased with yourself, glad about someone else's trouble, etc. —often + at


key: unsuspecting:adjective::96c91c50
zh: （形容詞）對即將發生或可能發生的壞事毫不知情，也未曾預料
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) not knowing about or expecting something bad that is going to happen or that could happen


key: subtly:adverb::e0639787
zh: （形容詞）具備或展現出辨識與理解非顯而易見之事物的能力：敏銳
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) having or showing skill at recognizing and understanding things that are not obvious : perceptive


key: inspired:adjective::70f4f458
zh: (動詞) 使（某人）想做某事：給（某人）一個關於該做什麼或該創作什麼的點子——通常後接 to + 動詞
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to make (someone) want to do something : to give (someone) an idea about what to do or create —often followed by to + verb


key: gag:verb::f4db8286
zh: (名詞) 為了阻止說話而塞入或覆蓋在他人嘴上的物品（例如一塊布）
source: deepl
en:
(noun) something (such as a piece of cloth) that is put into or over someone's mouth in order to prevent speech


key: crop:verb::313cecd4
zh: (名詞) 指種植後用以販售，而非供農民自用的農作物（例如菸草或棉花）
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a crop (such as tobacco or cotton) that is grown to be sold rather than for use by the farmer


key: diva:noun::e1d304d6
zh: （名詞）指一位既有名氣又事業有成、且極具魅力與時尚感的女性；特別是：指一位魅力四射且事業有成的女藝人或名人
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a famous and successful woman who is very attractive and fashionable; especially : an attractive and successful female performer or celebrity


key: meself:noun::0c21c876
zh: （代詞）（反身代詞）我，用作直接或間接賓語時，指當說話者同時也是主語時，作為動詞或介詞的賓語。
source: deepl
en:
(pronoun) (reflexive pronoun) Me, as direct or indirect object the speaker as the object of a verb or preposition, when the speaker is also the subject.


key: fathom:noun::92f05d74
zh: （名詞）一種長度單位，等於六英尺（約1.8公尺），特別用於測量水深
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a unit of length equal to six feet (about 1.8 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water


key: upstart:noun::6ac2c668
zh: （名詞）指剛開始從事某項活動、剛取得成功等，卻未能對年長且經驗豐富者表現出應有尊重的人
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a person who has recently begun an activity, become successful, etc., and who does not show proper respect for older and more experienced people


key: plop:pasttense::bbcc7e57
zh: (動詞) 以沉重或漫不經心的方式坐下或躺下：讓身體沉重或漫不經心地倒下
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to sit or lie down in a heavy or careless way : to allow your body to drop heavily or carelessly


key: etch:verb::c36d32e9
zh: （動詞）利用強酸等液體蝕蝕金屬或玻璃表面，以形成圖案、設計等——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to produce a pattern, design, etc., by using a powerful liquid (called an acid) to cut the surface of metal or glass —often used figuratively


key: remorse:noun::64bc35b8
zh: (名詞) 因過去做過壞事或錯事而感到抱歉的情緒：一種罪惡感——常與「for」搭配使用
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a feeling of being sorry for doing something bad or wrong in the past : a feeling of guilt —often + for


key: recoil:verb::e487111f
zh: (動詞) 因受到驚嚇、恐懼或厭惡而迅速遠離某物：對某事感到震驚或恐懼——常作比喻使用
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to quickly move away from something that is shocking, frightening, or disgusting : to react to something with shock or fear —often used figuratively


key: surrounding:adjective::cb68d906
zh: （動詞）從四面八方包圍（某人或某物），通常是為了阻止對方逃脫
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to move close to (someone or something) on all sides often in order to stop a person from escaping


key: chapel:noun::bc9510f5
zh: （名詞）供家庭或團體舉行私人教會禮拜或禱告的房間或小型建築物
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a room or small building that is used for private church services or prayer by a family or group


key: creation:singular::76dc90b7
zh: (名詞) 製作或生產某種先前並不存在之物的行為：創造某物的行為
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the act of making or producing something that did not exist before : the act of creating something


key: pursuing:noun::a833b134
zh: （動詞）追隨並試圖追上或捕捉（某人或某物），通常需長距離或耗費長時間
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to follow and try to catch or capture (someone or something) for usually a long distance or time


key: interpretation:plural::4576ab35
zh: (名詞) 解釋或闡釋某事之行為或結果：某事被解釋或理解的方式
source: deepl
en:
(noun) the act or result of explaining or interpreting something : the way something is explained or understood


key: tied:adjective::1dbab66e
zh: (動詞) 用繫在（某物）上或纏繞在（某物）上的繩子、繩索等將（某物）綁緊或固定
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to close or hold (something) with a string, rope, etc., that is attached to it or wrapped around it


key: ramble:verb::ac59316d
zh: (名詞) 一篇冗長的演說或文章，內容從一個主題跳到另一個主題，沒有明確的目的或方向
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a long speech or piece of writing that goes from one subject to another without any clear purpose or direction


key: mixed:adjective::4bd469e2
zh: （形容詞）感到困惑且通常情緒低落：無法就人生做出明智的決定
source: deepl
en:
(adjective) confused and usually emotionally troubled : not capable of making good decisions about life


key: detect:infinitive::4b4a6b6c
zh: (動詞) 發現或察覺（某種隱藏或難以看見、聽見、嘗到等的事物）的存在
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to discover or notice the presence of (something that is hidden or hard to see, hear, taste, etc.)


key: appreciated:adjective::8bc62512
zh: （動詞）理解（某事或某人）的價值或重要性：欣賞並重視（某事或某人）
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) : to admire and value (something or someone)


key: barricade:noun::250836ef
zh: (名詞) 為防止人們進入某處或某區域而搭建的臨時圍牆、柵欄或類似結構
source: deepl
en:
(noun) a temporary wall, fence, or similar structure that is built to prevent people from entering a place or area


key: rustle:noun::867a240e
zh: (動詞) 因某物體的各部分相互接觸或摩擦而發出輕柔、細微的聲響
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to make a soft, light sound because parts of something are touching or rubbing against each other


key: wedge:pasttense::44d5e297
zh: (動詞) 使用楔子或類似物體，將（某物，例如門或窗）固定在開啟或關閉的狀態
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to use a wedge or similar object to keep (something, such as a door or window) in an open or closed position


key: cracking:noun::17ecdf96
zh: (動詞) 將（某物）弄裂，使其表面出現裂紋，但通常不會碎成碎片
source: deepl
en:
(verb) to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces


