oracle

'ɒ:rәkl
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英文释义

n. a prophecy (usually obscure or allegorical) revealed by a priest or priestess; believed to be infallible
n. a shrine where an oracular god is consulted

中文翻译

n. 神谕, 神谕处, 预言

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记忆技巧

oracle 来源于拉丁语 oraculum，其中 or- 意为“说话”。可以记住它与预言和说话有关。

例句

1. The oracle gave advice to the king about his future.
这个神谕者给国王关于他未来的建议。
2. Many people visit the oracle to seek guidance in difficult times.
许多人在困难时期拜访神谕者寻求指引。
3. In ancient times, the oracle was believed to speak on behalf of the gods.
在古代，人们相信神谕者代表神灵发言。

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