concubine
US /ˈkɑːn.kjə.baɪn/
UK /ˈkɒŋ.kjə.baɪn/
名词
妾, 妃子
a woman who lives with a man but has lower status than his wife or wives
示例:
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In ancient times, kings often had many concubines in addition to their wives.
在古代，国王除了妻子之外，常常还有许多妾。
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The emperor's favorite concubine held significant power within the palace.
皇帝最宠爱的妃子在宫中拥有重要的权力。