vampire
US /ˈvæm.paɪr/
UK /ˈvæm.paɪr/
名词
1.
吸血鬼
a mythical creature that subsists by feeding on the life essence (generally in the form of blood) of the living
示例:
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The old castle was rumored to be haunted by a vampire.
据说那座古老的城堡里住着一个吸血鬼。
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In many stories, vampires can only be killed by a stake through the heart.
在许多故事中，吸血鬼只能通过木桩穿心而死。
2.
吸血鬼, 剥削者
a person who preys on others, especially by extorting money or by taking advantage of their weakness
示例:
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He's a real emotional vampire, always draining the energy from everyone around him.
他真是个情感吸血鬼，总是耗尽周围每个人的精力。
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The company was accused of being a financial vampire, exploiting its employees.
该公司被指控是一个金融吸血鬼，剥削其员工。
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