英英释义
vane [ vein ]
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n.
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flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
同义词： blade
- mechanical device attached to an elevated structure; rotates freely to show the direction of the wind
- a metal fin attached to the tail of a bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it
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the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft
同义词： web
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flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water
以上来源于: WordNet
柯林斯英汉双解大词典
vane /veɪn/
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N-COUNT A vane is a flat blade that pushes or is pushed by wind or water, and forms part of a machine such as a fan, a windmill, or a ship's propeller. 轮叶 → see also weather vane
双语例句原声例句权威例句
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How did this weather vane of the US economy become a car crash of a corporation?
这个美国经济的风向标是怎么成为一个公司的车祸的？
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Granny took the time to explain the function of her weather vane, hanging on the wall, which predicted the upcoming weather.
奶奶花时间向我解释过天气风向标的功能，它挂在墙上，用以预测接下来的天气。
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Good morning. Vane Theater, at your service.
早上好。范恩剧院，愿为您效劳。
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