priest

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四级六级考研 Collins 3

英文释义

n. a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders
n. a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies in a non-Christian religion

中文翻译

n. 祭司, 牧师, 神父, 神质人员, 僧侣, 泰斗

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Collins 星级
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BNC 频率
2,293
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记忆技巧

priest 源于拉丁语 preste 和希腊语 presbyteros,表示“长老”或“祭司”。可以联想到宗教的领导者角色。

例句

1. The priest gave a sermon on kindness and compassion.

牧师就善良和同情心发表了讲道。

2. Many people go to the priest for guidance in difficult times.

许多人在困难时期去找牧师寻求指导。

3. The priest blessed the couple on their wedding day.

牧师在新婚当天为这对夫妇祝福。

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