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maxim

[名词]

a short statement or phrase that encapsulates a general truth, principle, or rule of behavior, often offering guidance or wisdom

格言, 原则

Ex: " A penny saved is a penny earned " is a maxim advocating frugality and the importance of saving money ."省下一分钱就是赚到一分钱"是一条提倡节俭和储蓄重要性的**格言**。

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scabbard

[名词]

a protective sheath for a sword, dagger, or other bladed weapon

鞘, 刀鞘

Ex: The antique scabbard exhibited intricate engravings depicting scenes of myth and legend .古老的**剑鞘**展示了描绘神话和传说场景的复杂雕刻。

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vogue

[名词]

the latest fashion trend or style of the time

时尚, 潮流

Ex: Vintage accessories have come back into vogue, adding a nostalgic touch to modern outfits .复古配饰又**流行**起来了，为现代服装增添了一丝怀旧气息。

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shroud

[名词]

a piece of fabric used to wrap a deceased person's body for burial or cremation

裹尸布, 寿衣

Ex: The ancient Egyptian pharaohs were often buried in elaborate tombs , wrapped in luxurious linen shrouds adorned with intricate hieroglyphs and symbols .古埃及法老经常被埋葬在精心设计的坟墓中，包裹在装饰有复杂象形文字和符号的豪华亚麻**裹尸布**中。

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onus

[名词]

a task, duty, or responsibility that someone is required to fulfill, often implying a burden or difficulty associated with it

负担, 责任

Ex: The onus of maintaining a healthy lifestyle rests with individuals , who must make choices regarding diet , exercise , and self-care .保持健康生活方式的**责任**在于个人，他们必须在饮食、锻炼和自我护理方面做出选择。

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specimen

[名词]

a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category

标本, 样品

Ex: The specimen showed distinct characteristics that were crucial for the study .**标本**显示出对研究至关重要的独特特征。

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perquisite

[名词]

a privilege, advantage, or benefit that is obtained or enjoyed as a result of one's position, status, or relationship

特权, 好处

Ex: Tenure as a university professor often comes with perquisites like sabbaticals and access to research funding .大学教授的任期通常伴随着**特权**，如学术休假和研究经费的获取。

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siege

[名词]

the act of surrounding the enemy, a town, etc. and cutting off their supplies so that they would surrender

围攻, 包围

Ex: Historically , sieges have been a common tactic in warfare , used to conquer fortified positions or cities .历史上，**围城**是战争中常见的战术，用于征服设防的位置或城市。

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realm

[名词]

a territory or area of land governed by a monarch or sovereign ruler

王国, 领域

Ex: The king 's coronation ceremony marked his ascension to the throne and his commitment to govern the realm justly and wisely .国王的加冕仪式标志着他登上王位，并承诺公正而明智地统治**王国**。

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crevasse

[名词]

a large crack or fissure, especially in a glacier or ice sheet

裂缝, 裂隙

Ex: The rescue team sprang into action when they received reports of a hiker who had fallen into a crevasse while traversing the glacier .救援队在接到一名徒步旅行者在穿越冰川时掉入**冰裂缝**的报告后立即采取了行动。

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concerto

[名词]

a musical composition that is written for one or more solo instruments and accompanied by an orchestra with three movements

协奏曲

Ex: The concerto showcased the virtuosity of the trumpet player , who dazzled the audience with intricate melodies .**协奏曲**展示了小号演奏家的精湛技艺，他以复杂的旋律让观众眼花缭乱。

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ampersand

[名词]

the symbol & used in writing to signify the word 'and'

和号, 与符号

Ex: When writing formal documents , it 's best to avoid using the ampersand in favor of spelling out the word " and . "在撰写正式文件时，最好避免使用**＆符号**，而拼写出“和”这个词。

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vanguard

[名词]

the front line or leading contingent of an army or military force

先锋, 前线

Ex: The vanguard's courage and determination inspired confidence among the troops , motivating them to follow suit .**先锋**的勇气和决心激发了部队的信心，激励他们效仿。

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residue

[名词]

a small remaining amount or part of a thing after it has been taken, used, etc.

残留物, 残余

Ex: Burnt residue from the campfire clung to their clothes after a night of roasting marshmallows .烤棉花糖一晚后，篝火的烧焦**残留物**粘在了他们的衣服上。

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constable

[名词]

an official responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific district or community

警察, 警官

Ex: Some constables focus on code enforcement , inspecting properties for compliance with building codes and zoning regulations .一些**警察**专注于代码执行，检查房产是否符合建筑规范和分区规定。

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depth

[名词]

the distance below the top surface of something

深度, 底部

Ex: The well 's depth was crucial for ensuring a sustainable water supply during droughts .井的**深度**对于确保干旱期间可持续的水供应至关重要。

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iconoclast

[名词]

an individual who criticizes and attacks beliefs, ideas, customs, etc. that are generally cherished or accepted

反传统者, 偶像破坏者

Ex: He was hailed as an iconoclast for his groundbreaking scientific discoveries that revolutionized our understanding of the natural world .他因其突破性的科学发现被誉为**偶像破坏者**，这些发现彻底改变了我们对自然世界的理解。

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inlet

[名词]

a small opening that allows air, water, or other substances to flow into or out of a confined space or container

入口, 开口

Ex: The vacuum cleaner 's inlet sucks up dust and debris from the floor , keeping the house clean and tidy .吸尘器的**入口**从地板上吸起灰尘和碎屑，保持房屋干净整洁。

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rogue

[名词]

a dishonest individual who behaves outside of societal norms or laws, often engaging in deceitful or unlawful activities

不诚实的个体, 骗子

Ex: The town 's sheriff made it his mission to apprehend the notorious rogue responsible for a string of burglaries in the area .镇上的警长将逮捕该地区一系列盗窃案的臭名昭著的**恶棍**作为自己的使命。

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coquette

[名词]

a woman who enjoys flirting or teasing romantic interest, often without intending a serious commitment

卖弄风情的女人

Ex: Though she enjoyed the company of men and the attention they showered upon her , the coquette remained independent and uninterested in settling down .尽管她喜欢男人的陪伴和他们给予她的关注，但**卖弄风情的女人**仍然独立，对安定下来不感兴趣。

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