
好词典

源自拉丁语 'mulus',意为骡子,后经古法语 'mule' 进入英语。
❶ 骡子,是马和驴杂交的后代,通常没有生育能力,以其耐力和力量著称,常用于运输或农业劳作。
“The farmer used a mule to carry heavy loads across the field.”
(农民用骡子在地里搬运重物。)
“Mules are known for their stubbornness but also their incredible stamina.”
(骡子以倔强著称,但也有惊人的耐力。)
❶ 指一种无后跟的拖鞋或便鞋,通常为女性穿着,设计时尚且舒适。
“She slipped on a pair of cozy mules before heading to the kitchen.”
(她穿上一双舒适的拖鞋走向厨房。)
“Fashion designers often include mules in their summer collections.”
(时装设计师常在夏季系列中加入无后跟便鞋。)
stubborn as a mule — 形容一个人非常固执,像骡子一样难以改变主意或行为。
“He refused to apologize, stubborn as a mule.”
(他拒绝道歉,固执得像头骡子。)