tassel
US /ˈtæs.əl/
UK /ˈtæs.əl/
1.
流苏, 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.
毕业帽上有一个金色的流苏。
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She decorated the cushions with decorative tassels.
她用装饰性流苏装饰了靠垫。
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.
玉米植株顶部生出了一个大雄花序。
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Farmers observe the corn tassels to determine pollination time.
农民观察玉米雄花序以确定授粉时间。