"pip"的定义和意义

Pip

名词

籽, 种子

a tiny hard seed that is found in some fruits such as an apple, peach, etc.

What is a "pip"?

A pip, also known as a seed, is the small, typically hard, and often oval-shaped structure found within the fruit's core or flesh. Pips contain the embryonic plant and are responsible for the reproduction and propagation of the plant species. They are surrounded by the fruit's flesh, which provides nourishment and protection for the seed. Pips vary in size, shape, and number depending on the fruit variety. While some fruits, like apples and pears, have multiple pips, others, like cherries and plums, contain a single large pit or stone. In some cases, pips are consumed along with the fruit, while in others, they are discarded before consumption.

Example

He accidentally swallowed a pip while eating the juicy watermelon.

The squirrel buried the hazelnut pip in the ground for safekeeping.

牌面标记, 小点

the small symbols or markings on the face of the cards that represent the card's rank or value

What is a "spoon"?

A pip is a term used to describe the small symbols or markings on playing cards that represent their rank or value. In a standard deck, pip cards are those numbered cards, from 2 to 10, in each suit, hearts, diamonds, clubs, spades. The number of pips on the card corresponds to its rank; for example, a 3 of hearts has three heart-shaped pips, and a 7 of spades has seven spade-shaped pips. The face cards, jack, queen, king, and the ace are not considered pip cards, as they do not have these numbered symbols.

回波信号, 雷达回波

a radar echo displayed so as to show the position of a reflecting surface

小疙瘩, 小水泡

a small swelling or blister, often found on the skin of animals, indicating the presence of a parasitic infection or an insect bite

What is a "pip"?

A pip is a small swelling or blister commonly found on the skin of animals, often indicating the presence of a parasitic infection or an insect bite. It typically appears as a raised bump, sometimes accompanied by redness or irritation, and can occur in various areas of the animal's body. Pips may cause discomfort or itching to the affected animal and can be a sign of an underlying health issue that requires attention.

Example

The veterinarian examined the dog and identified several pips on its belly, suggesting a flea infestation.

兽医检查了狗，发现它的肚子上有几个小疙瘩，表明可能有跳蚤感染。

Pips on the chicken's comb raised concerns about a potential mite problem in the coop.

鸡冠上的小水泡引发了对鸡舍可能存在螨虫问题的担忧。

小病, 小毛病

a minor nonspecific ailment

to pip

动词

击中, 射击

hit with a missile from a weapon