A1 [ C ] a single unit of language that has meaning and can be spoken or written词;字;单词
used to refer to a word, usually a rude or embarrassing one, by saying only the first letter and not the whole word那个以F开头的词/以C开头的词(通常是粗鲁或令人难堪的词,只说出该词的第一个字母来指代)
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I was fumbling for the right word.
You haven't listened to a word I've said!
Write the amount in both words and figures.
Annotated editions of Shakespeare's plays help readers to understand old words.
Cross out any words that are not on the list.
B2 [ S ] a short discussion or statement简短的交谈,谈话
angry words争吵,口角
disapproving discussion, rather than action讨论(而非行动)
to talk to each other for a short time简短交谈
a statement of approval and support for someone or something(表示赞同或支持某人或某事的)好话
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Could I have a word with you in private?
Incidentally, I wanted to have a word with you about your expenses claim.
Can I have a little word with you?
When you've got a minute, I'd like a brief word with you.
Could I have a quick word ?
[ U ] news or a message消息;信息
[ S ] a promise诺言;承诺
[ S ] an order命令,指示
to choose the words you use when you are saying or writing something措词;用言辞表达
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