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托福 Collins 1

n. large black bird with a straight bill and long wedge-shaped tail
v. obtain or seize by violence
v. prey on or hunt for
v. feed greedily

n. 渡鸦, 掠夺
a. 乌黑的
v. 掠夺, 狼吞虎咽

Collins 星级

16,332

BNC 频率

14,323

使用频率

raven 这个词没有明显的词根词缀，但它与古英语单词 hræfn 和德语 Rabe 有关，都指代一种鸟类，即乌鸦。

例句

1. The raven is known for its intelligence and problem-solving skills.

渡鸦以其聪明才智和解决问题的能力而闻名。

2. In many cultures, the raven is considered a symbol of mystery and magic.

在许多文化中，渡鸦被视为神秘和魔法的象征。

3. I saw a raven perched on the tree outside my window.

我看到一只渡鸦栖息在我窗外的树上。