howler
US /ˈhaʊ.lɚ/
UK /ˈhaʊ.lər/
名词
1.
笑话, 大错
a very funny joke or mistake
示例:
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The comedian told a real howler that had everyone in stitches.
这位喜剧演员讲了一个真正的笑话,让所有人都捧腹大笑。
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The politician made a huge howler during his speech, confusing two different countries.
这位政治家在演讲中犯了一个巨大的错误,混淆了两个不同的国家。
2.
吼猴
a monkey of a genus (Alouatta) found in tropical American forests, noted for its loud howling cries
示例:
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We could hear the howler monkeys in the distance.
我们能听到远处的吼猴。
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The distinctive call of the howler echoed through the jungle.
吼猴独特的叫声在丛林中回荡。
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