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Expletive Word 英 ɪk'spliːtɪv] 美 Eksplətɪv Adj.填补的;附加的;多余的;感叹的 N.填充词;感叹词;咒骂语 Damned

英语单词 expletive
英美音标 英 [ɪk'spliːtɪv] 美 ['eksplətɪv]
中文释义 adj.填补的;附加的;多余的;感叹的
n.填充词;感叹词;咒骂语
英语例句 (1) It is a "damned human race" in a not merely expletive sense.
(2) Every other word was an expletive.
(3) He uttered several vigorous expletives when he dropped the iron on his foot.
中文例句 (1) 那是“倒霉的人类”,这样说并非只是感叹的意思。
(2) 每其它词都是填充词。
(3) 他的熨斗掉下砸在脚上,他随口骂了几声。
vocabulary简明 An expletive is a swear word, a curse you let out when you are startled or mad. You probably already know a lot of expletives, but you don’t need to see them here, no way in heck.
vocabulary扩展 An expletive is a vulgar word that will greatly upset your grandmother if you say it in her presence. An expletive usually sneaks out because you get surprised or angry, like if you stub your toe, you might yell out an expletive. Even though you did it by accident, one of your parents still might put a bar of soap in your mouth, so watch your words. In a pinch, try these substitutes: fudge, sugar, heck, and walrus.
柯林斯解释
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[N-COUNT 可数名词]脏字;咒骂语 An expletive is a rude word or expression such as 'Damn!' which you say when you are annoyed, excited, or in pain.
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