quail

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托福GRE Collins 1

英文释义

n. flesh of quail; suitable for roasting or broiling if young; otherwise must be braised
n. small gallinaceous game birds

中文翻译

n. 鹌鹑
vi. 胆怯, 畏缩

1
Collins 星级
22,344
BNC 频率
13,122
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记忆技巧

quail 没有明显的词根词缀,但可以联想到它的意思“鹌鹑”,与鸟类相关联。

例句

1. The chef prepared a delicious quail dish for the guests.
厨师为客人准备了一道美味的鹌鹑菜肴。
2. We saw a quail running across the road during our hike.
我们在徒步旅行时看到一只鹌鹑穿过马路。
3. Quail eggs are considered a delicacy in many cultures.
鹌鹑蛋在许多文化中被视为美味佳肴。

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