reindeer

'rein.diә

n Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America

n. 驯鹿

16,959

BNC 频率

12,967

使用频率

reindeer 由 rein（缰绳）和 deer（鹿）组成，字面意思是“用缰绳牵引的鹿”，可以联想到驯鹿在拉雪橇时使用的缰绳。

例句

1. The reindeer are often seen in the northern regions during winter.

在冬季，驯鹿常常出现在北方地区。

2. Santa Claus travels in a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

圣诞老人乘坐的雪橇是由驯鹿拉的。

3. Reindeer have large antlers that help them find food in the snow.

驯鹿有大型的角，可以帮助它们在雪中寻找食物。