vampire
US /ˈvæm.paɪr/
UK /ˈvæm.paɪr/
1.
뱀파이어
a mythical creature that subsists by feeding on the life essence (generally in the form of blood) of the living
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The old castle was rumored to be haunted by a vampire.
오래된 성은 뱀파이어가 출몰한다는 소문이 있었다.
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In many stories, vampires can only be killed by a stake through the heart.
많은 이야기에서 뱀파이어는 심장에 말뚝을 박아야만 죽일 수 있다.
2.
착취자, 기생충
a person who preys on others, especially by extorting money or by taking advantage of their weakness
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He's a real emotional vampire, always draining the energy from everyone around him.
그는 정말 감정적인 뱀파이어야, 항상 주변 사람들의 에너지를 고갈시켜.
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The company was accused of being a financial vampire, exploiting its employees.
그 회사는 직원들을 착취하는 금융 뱀파이어로 비난받았다.