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smiths

UK //smɪθs//US //smɪθs//

词源

源自古英语'smið',意为'金属工匠',与德语'Schmied'同源,最终源自原始日耳曼语'smiþaz'。

noun

❶ 指铁匠或金属工匠的复数形式,特指从事金属锻造、修理或制作的专业人士群体。

“The village smiths were busy making horseshoes for the farmers.”

(村里的铁匠们正忙着为农民制作马蹄铁。)

“In medieval times, smiths played a crucial role in crafting weapons.”

(在中世纪,铁匠在制造武器方面发挥了关键作用。)

❶ 作为姓氏使用时,指代姓史密斯(Smith)的家族或多位成员。

“The Smiths are hosting a family reunion next weekend.”

(史密斯一家下周末将举办家庭聚会。)

“All three Smiths brothers joined the military service.”

(史密斯家三兄弟都参军了。)

同义词:metalworkers, craftsmen, artisans

常见短语

Smiths' work — 指铁匠或金属工匠的集体劳动成果,常用于描述传统金属制品或工艺。

“The intricate gate was a masterpiece of the local smiths' work.”

(这扇精美的大门是当地铁匠工艺的杰作。)