to stifle
01
숨이 막히다, 질식하다
to die or struggle for breath due to a lack of oxygen
Intransitive
예시들
The closed room made him feel like he would stifle without fresh air.
닫힌 방은 그가 신선한 공기 없이 숨이 막힐 것 같은 느낌을 주었다.
In the smoky environment, it was easy to stifle and struggle to breathe.
연기 자욱한 환경에서는 숨이 막히기 쉽고 숨쉬기 위해 애쓰기 쉽다.
02
억제하다, 막다
to suppress, restrain, or hinder the growth, development, or intensity of something
Transitive: to stifle development of something
예시들
The strict rules and regulations served to stifle creativity and innovation within the organization.
엄격한 규칙과 규정은 조직 내에서 창의성과 혁신을 억제하는 역할을 했습니다.
A lack of resources can stifle the growth of a small business, limiting its potential for expansion.
자원 부족은 소기업의 성장을 억제할 수 있으며, 확장 가능성을 제한할 수 있습니다.
03
참다, 억누르다
to hold back or prevent oneself from expressing a reaction or acting on a feeling or emotion
Transitive: to stifle a reaction or emotion
예시들
She stifled her laughter during the serious meeting.
그녀는 진지한 회의 중에 웃음을 참았다.
He tried to stifle his anger, but it was obvious he was upset.
그는 분노를 억누르려 했지만, 그는 화가 난 것이 분명했다.
04
숨막히게 하다, 호흡을 곤란하게 하다
to make someone unable to breathe properly, often by blocking their airway
Transitive: to stifle sb
예시들
The smoke from the fire stifled them, making it hard to breathe.
불에서 나온 연기가 그들을 질식시켜, 숨쉬기 어렵게 만들었다.
The thick fumes stifled her, and she had to step outside for fresh air.
짙은 연기가 그녀를 숨막히게 했고, 그녀는 신선한 공기를 마시기 위해 밖으로 나가야 했다.
Stifle
01
the joint connecting the femur and tibia in a quadruped
예시들
The horse injured its stifle while jumping over the fence.
Examination of the dog revealed swelling in the stifle joint.
어휘 나무
stifled
stifler
stifling
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