kelpie
US /ˈkel.pi/
UK /ˈkel.pi/
名詞
1.
水妖, 凱爾派
a mythical water spirit of Scottish folklore, typically taking the form of a horse, said to haunt rivers and lochs and often to drown travelers
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The old tales warned of the dangerous kelpie lurking in the deep loch.
古老的傳說警告說，危險的水妖潛伏在深湖中。
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Some believe the kelpie can transform into human form to lure victims.
有些人相信水妖可以變成人形來引誘受害者。
同義詞:
2.
凱爾皮犬, 澳大利亞牧羊犬
a breed of Australian sheepdog, typically black or brown, noted for its intelligence and working ability
範例:
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The farmer's loyal kelpie rounded up the sheep with ease.
農民忠誠的凱爾皮犬輕鬆地把羊群趕到一起。
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Australian kelpies are known for their high energy and intelligence.
澳大利亞凱爾皮犬以其高能量和智力而聞名。