Dwarf
01
a person of unusually short stature due to genetic or medical conditions
예시들
The performer was a dwarf who traveled with a circus.
Children born with certain conditions may grow into dwarfs.
02
드워프, 노움
a fictional, small human-like creature that generally lives under the ground and works in mines
예시들
In fairy tales, dwarfs are often portrayed as skilled miners who live underground.
동화에서 드워프는 종종 지하에 사는 숙련된 광부로 묘사됩니다.
The dwarfs in Norse mythology were known for their craftsmanship and strength.
노르웨이 신화의 드워프는 그들의 공예 기술과 힘으로 유명했습니다.
03
왜성, 작은 별
a star that is relatively small in size or mass and is not very bright
예시들
Proxima Centauri is a red dwarf star located in the Alpha Centauri star system.
프록시마 센타우리는 알파 센타우리 별 시스템에 위치한 적색 왜성입니다.
Brown dwarfs are substellar objects that are too large to be considered planets but too small to sustain hydrogen fusion.
갈색 왜성은 행성으로 간주하기에는 너무 크지만 수소 융합을 유지하기에는 너무 작은 준항성 천체입니다.
04
a plant or animal that is unusually small or stunted compared to typical members of its species
예시들
The garden had several dwarf fruit trees.
Certain dog breeds are naturally dwarfs.
to dwarf
01
to make something seem small, insignificant, or less important by comparison
Transitive: to dwarf sth
예시들
Her achievements were dwarfed by those of her mentor.
The skyscraper dwarfed the surrounding buildings.
02
to limit or restrict the growth or development of something
Transitive: to dwarf sth
예시들
The harsh climate dwarfed the plants in the region.
Poor nutrition can dwarf a child's physical growth.
어휘 나무
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