英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
a person in your family who lived a long time ago
"Our ancestors built these temples hundreds of years ago."
A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.
"The family tree shows the names of all ancestors."
a female ancestor; a woman from whom one is descended
"She discovered that her ancestress came from a small village in Bengal."
one’s family origins or lineage
"He is proud of his royal ancestry."
a heavy object used to hold a ship in place; also to secure firmly
"The ship dropped its anchor near the shore."
A secure holding place; a place where ships can anchor safely.
"The boat was anchored near the shore for safety."
Belonging to the very distant past; very old.
"They visited the ruins of an ancient city."
providing necessary support to the main system or organization
"The company provides ancillary services to the healthcare industry."
a metal support used in a fireplace to hold logs
"The logs rested on the andirons in the old fireplace."
Having both male and female characteristics; not clearly masculine or feminine.
"The fashion show featured models with an androgynous look."
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
"The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data."
A short, amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.
"She shared a funny anecdote about her first day at school."
A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
"She was diagnosed with anemia after feeling weak and tired."
Suffering from anemia; lacking in vitality, strength, or color.
"The doctor prescribed iron supplements for her anemic condition."
An instrument used to measure the speed and direction of wind.
"The scientist used an anemometer to record the wind speed during the storm."
A substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, especially used during surgery.
"The doctor administered a local anesthetic before stitching the wound."
In a new or different way; once more.
"After the failure, she decided to start her life anew."
a spiritual being believed to act as a messenger or servant of God
"She believed her mother was watching over her like an angel."
Like or characteristic of an angel; pure, kind, or innocent.
"The child had an angelic smile."
A strong feeling of displeasure or hostility.
"He couldn't control his anger after the argument."
A medical procedure to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.
"Angioplasty is now safer with robotic assistance."
The space between two intersecting lines or surfaces at the point where they meet.
"The teacher explained how to measure an angle in geometry."
A member of the Germanic peoples who settled in England in the early Middle Ages; also relating to their language or culture.
"The Anglo-Saxon period greatly influenced English culture and language."
Dislike or fear of England, English people, or English culture.
"The politician was accused of promoting Anglophobia in his speeches."
in a manner showing anger or strong displeasure
"She spoke angrily when she heard the news."
feeling or showing strong displeasure or hostility
"She was angry when she found out the truth."
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
"She was in deep anguish after hearing the tragic news."
Having angles or sharp corners; lean or bony in appearance.
"The building has a very angular design."
Small aromatic seeds used as a spice and for medicinal purposes, with a sweet licorice-like flavor
"Anise seeds are often used in traditional desserts and teas."
Strong criticism or censure.
"The policy attracted severe animadversion from the public."
To comment critically or unfavorably.
"The teacher animadverted on the student's careless mistakes."
a living organism that feeds on organic matter and usually has senses and mobility
"The tiger is a wild animal."
A microscopic animal, especially a protozoan or other minute organism.
"The scientist observed an animalcule moving under the microscope."
To bring to life or give movement to something; to inspire or enliven.
"The teacher tried to animate the lesson with exciting activities."
Full of life or excitement; made using animation techniques.
"The animated film was loved by children and adults alike."
A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.
"His speech was driven by animus against the policy."
the joint connecting the foot with the leg
"He twisted his ankle while playing football."
a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle
"She wore a beautiful silver anklet on her left foot."
A person who writes annals or records events year by year.
"The annalist carefully documented the events of the king's reign."
Historical records of events, usually arranged chronologically.
"Her name will be remembered in the annals of science."
To heat and cool metal or glass to make it stronger or less brittle.
"The blacksmith annealed the steel to improve its durability."
To take control of a territory and add it to one's own.
"The empire annexed the neighboring kingdom after the war."
the act of adding or taking control of territory or property, especially by a state
"The annexation of the region led to international condemnation."
To completely destroy or wipe out.
"The army was annihilated in the final battle."
the yearly recurrence of a date marking a past event
"They celebrated their wedding anniversary with a dinner."
to add notes or comments to a text, diagram, or document for explanation or clarification
"The teacher asked the students to annotate the poem with their interpretations."
