tassel
US /ˈtæs.əl/
UK /ˈtæs.əl/
1.
流蘇, 穗
a finishing decoration consisting of a bunch of threads or cords, fastened at one end and hanging free at the other, used on clothes, curtains, or other items
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The graduation cap had a golden tassel.
畢業帽上掛著金色的流蘇。
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She decorated the cushions with decorative tassels.
她用裝飾性流蘇裝飾了靠墊。
2.
雄花序, 玉米雄花
the male flower of a corn plant, consisting of a stalk bearing a spike of small flowers
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The corn plant developed a large tassel at its top.
玉米植株頂部生出一個大雄花序。
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Farmers observe the corn tassels to determine pollination time.
農民觀察玉米雄花序以確定授粉時間。