wordplay
US /ˈwɝːd.pleɪ/
UK /ˈwɜːd.pleɪ/
名词
文字游戏, 双关语
the witty exploitation of the meanings and ambiguities of words, especially in puns
示例:
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The comedian's routine was full of clever wordplay.
这位喜剧演员的表演充满了巧妙的文字游戏。
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Shakespeare was a master of wordplay, often using puns and double meanings.
莎士比亚是文字游戏的大师，经常使用双关语和双重含义。