to nickname
01
起绰号, 昵称
to give someone or something a different name, often to show affection or emphasize a particular trait
Complex Transitive: to nickname sb/sth sth
例子
The towering skyscraper, officially named " Metropolis Tower, " was nicknamed " The Silver Needle " by locals due to its sleek design.
这座高耸的摩天大楼正式命名为"大都会塔"，由于其 sleek 的设计被当地人昵称为"银针"。
Her friends decided to nickname her " Sunshine " because of her cheerful and positive personality.
由于她开朗积极的性格，她的朋友们决定给她起绰号为“阳光”。
Nickname
01
绰号, 昵称
a familiar or humorous name given to someone that is connected with their real name, appearance, or with something they have done
例子
His friends call him " Speedy " because of how fast he runs.
他的朋友因为他跑得快而叫他“Speedy”。昵称
She earned the nickname " Smarty " due to her academic excellence.
由于她的学术卓越，她赢得了绰号“Smarty”。
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绰号, 昵称
a descriptive name for a place or thing
词汇树
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