late bloomer
US /leɪt ˈbluːmər/
UK /leɪt ˈbluːmər/
1.
大器晚成者, 晚熟的人
a person whose talents or capabilities are not recognized or developed until later than usual
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He was a late bloomer in his career, finding success in his forties.
他在职业生涯中是个大器晚成者，四十多岁才取得成功。
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Many creative geniuses are often considered late bloomers.
许多创意天才常被认为是大器晚成者。
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晚开花植物, 迟开的花
a plant that flowers later in the season than is typical for its species
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These roses are late bloomers, they won't flower until autumn.
这些玫瑰是晚开花的，要到秋天才开花。
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The garden features several beautiful late bloomers that provide color into winter.
花园里有几株美丽的晚开花植物，为冬天增添色彩。