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goldsmiths

UK //ˈɡəʊldsmɪθs//US //ˈɡoʊldsmɪθs//

词源

来自古英语 'gold'(黄金)和 'smith'(工匠),字面意思为“黄金工匠”。

noun

❶ 金匠,指专门制作或修理金制品的工匠,通常拥有精湛的金属加工技艺。

“The goldsmiths in this street are famous for their intricate designs.”

(这条街上的金匠以他们复杂精细的设计而闻名。)

“He apprenticed with one of the best goldsmiths in the city.”

(他在城里最好的金匠之一那里当学徒。)

❶ 指以 Goldsmiths 命名的机构,如伦敦大学金史密斯学院(Goldsmiths, University of London)。

“She is studying art at Goldsmiths.”

(她在金史密斯学院学习艺术。)

“Goldsmiths is known for its creative arts programs.”

(金史密斯学院以其创意艺术课程而闻名。)

同义词:jeweler, metalworker, silversmith

常见短语

Goldsmiths' Hall — 指金匠公司的会堂,通常指伦敦的金匠会堂,是金匠行业的象征性建筑。

“The ceremony was held at Goldsmiths' Hall.”

(仪式在金匠会堂举行。)