英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
A raised platform for speakers, performers, or leaders.
"The politician delivered a speech from the rostrum."
A list or plan showing people’s duties or times when they are scheduled.
"The manager updated the staff roster for next week."
Having a pink color; optimistic or idealistic.
"She looked at the future with roseate optimism."
a flavored water made by steeping rose petals in water, used in cooking and cosmetics
"She added a few drops of rose-water to the dessert."
a type of berry with rose-like characteristics or flavor
"The rose berry has a delicate floral taste that reminds me of roses."
A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp, sisal, nylon, or similar material.
"The ropes were tied securely to lift the heavy load."
deeply established; firmly fixed
"His beliefs are deeply rooted in tradition."
the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground and absorbs nutrients
"The tree's roots are deep in the soil."
A male domestic chicken, especially one that crows.
"The rooster crowed at dawn, waking up the whole village."
spacious; having a lot of room
"The apartment is very roomy with spacious bedrooms."
a person who is new to an activity or organization; a beginner
"The rookie policeman made a few mistakes on his first day."
a place where rooks or other birds breed and nest in colonies
"We saw a rookery full of noisy birds near the forest."
the top covering of a building or vehicle
"The roof of the house needs to be repaired."
a crucifix, especially one positioned above the entrance to the chancel of a church
"The old church displayed a carved rood above the altar."
a musical composition with a recurring leading theme
"The pianist ended the recital with a lively rondo."
to play or move in a lively, carefree, and energetic way
"The children romped happily in the garden."
related to or involving love or feelings of love
"He wrote her a romantic letter for their anniversary."
a feeling of love, especially one that is exciting and mysterious
"Their romance began during a summer trip to Paris."
relating to Rome or its people; a citizen of ancient Rome
"The Roman Empire influenced much of modern civilization."
a cylindrical tool used for rolling out dough or pastry
"Roll the dough flat with a rolling pin."
a flat wooden or marble surface used for rolling out dough
"She placed the dough on the rolling board."
inability to bend or be forced out of shape; unwillingness to change or compromise
"The rigidity of the old system prevented any innovation."
the possibility of harm, loss, or danger
"There is a risk of rain this afternoon."
so absurd or ridiculous that it deserves to be laughed at
"The idea of flying pigs is completely risible."
a small or tiny ripple
"Tiny ripplets appeared on the lake as the fish moved."
to form or cause small waves on the surface of water or spread through like waves
"The wind rippled the surface of the pond."
a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult
"Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence."
to become or make something ready to eat or fully developed
"The bananas ripened quickly in the warm weather."
fully developed and ready to eat; mature; ready for action or use
"The bananas are ripe and ready to eat."
Relating to or situated on the banks of a river or other watercourse.
"Riparian vegetation helps prevent soil erosion along rivers."
a violent disturbance by a crowd
"The protest turned into a violent riot."
a small circular band, typically worn on the finger as jewelry or a symbol
"She received a beautiful engagement ring."
frost formed on cold surfaces by freezing water vapor
"The trees were covered with a white rime after the cold night."
strictness, severity, or demanding conditions
"The training was carried out with great rigor."
a long, complicated, and confusing process or story
"Getting a visa was such a rigmarole of paperwork and interviews."
in a strict, inflexible manner; without compromise
"The rules are rigidly enforced in this institution."
a long, narrow hilltop, mountain range, or raised strip
"We walked along the mountain ridge."
widespread or common, often in a negative sense
"Corruption was rife in the old government system."
Deserving mockery; absurd or unreasonable.
"The idea of flying pigs is ridiculous."
To make fun of someone or something in a cruel or dismissive way.
"He was ridiculed for his strange ideas."
moving in gentle undulations; moving forward by turning over and over
"They drove through the rolling hills of the countryside."
