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flipper-like

/ˈflɪp.ər.laɪk/

翻译: 形容某物像鳍足类动物的鳍肢或脚蹼那样,扁平而宽大,用于游泳或保持平衡。

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adjective

/ˈflɪp.ər.laɪk/formal
  • zh形容某物像鳍足类动物的鳍肢或脚蹼那样,扁平而宽大,用于游泳或保持平衡。

Describes something that resembles or has the characteristics of a flipper, such as being flat, broad, and used for swimming or balance.

  1. Having limbs used as flippersB2formal

    Describing a body part or limb that is shaped or functions like a flipper, typically used for swimming or propulsion in water.

    zh鳍状的

    • The sea turtle has flipper-like limbs that help it glide through the ocean.
    • Penguins have flipper-like wings adapted for swimming rather than flying.
    • The manatee's flipper-like forelimbs are used for steering and balance.
词形
  • more flipper-like comparative form
  • most flipper-like superlative form