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bird of minerva

/bɜːd əv mɪˈnɜːvə/

翻译: 指猫头鹰,尤指仓鸮,在罗马神话中是献给智慧女神密涅瓦的圣鸟,象征智慧。该短语在现代英语中较少使用,多见于文学或神话语境。

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/bɜːd əv mɪˈnɜːvə/C2formalart已废弃
  • zh指猫头鹰,尤指仓鸮,在罗马神话中是献给智慧女神密涅瓦的圣鸟,象征智慧。该短语在现代英语中较少使用,多见于文学或神话语境。

An archaic poetic term for the owl, particularly the little owl, which was sacred to the goddess Minerva in Roman mythology and symbolised wisdom. The phrase is rarely used in modern English outside of literary or mythological contexts.

  1. C2formal

    A poetic or literary term for an owl, especially as a symbol of wisdom associated with the Roman goddess Minerva.

    zh智慧的象征

    • The bird of Minerva is often depicted in classical art.
    • In many cultures, the bird of Minerva represents knowledge and insight.
    • The philosopher referred to the bird of Minerva as a metaphor for understanding.