51吃瓜 of the Day
supine
[ soo-pahyn ]
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adjective
lying on the back, face or front upward.
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Why Dictionary.com chose supine
More about supine
- Supine is from the Latin word meaning “lying face up; inactive.”
- Supine was first recorded in 1490-1500.
- The opposite of聽supine 颈蝉听prostrate, “lying face down.”
EXAMPLES OF SUPINE
- After finishing her workout, she lay supine on the floor to catch her breath.
- The stargazing enthusiasts lay supine on the grass, enjoying the night sky above them.
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Why Dictionary.com chose gourmand
More about gourmand
- Gourmand traces its roots to an Old French word meaning 鈥済lutton.鈥�
- 罢辞听gourmandize is to eat greedily or ravenously.
- Gourmand entered English around 1400-50.
EXAMPLES OF GOURMAND
- My friend is a true gourmand; he never misses an opportunity to try out new restaurants and cuisines.
- As a gourmand, my grandmother made sure every family gathering revolved around delicious food.
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Why Dictionary.com chose mizzle
More about mizzle
- Mizzle can also mean “to rain in fine drops.”
- Mizzle has Germanic roots.
- It was first recorded in English in 1475-85.
EXAMPLES OF MIZZLE
- I decided to walk in the mizzle since it would be cooler than the usual sun-drenched day.
- If you’re planning a picnic, make sure to bring an umbrella in case of mizzle.
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