kilroy

• 指二战期间美军士兵在墙壁、装备等各处涂鸦的神秘人物“基尔罗伊到此一游”，象征匿名而无所不在的存在。也泛指这类涂鸦或涂鸦者本身。

A proper noun referring to a fictional or mythical character, often used to represent an anonymous or ubiquitous presence, popularized by American servicemen during World War II.

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1. Mythical figureC1informalamerican

   A fictional character popularized by American soldiers during World War II, often depicted in graffiti as a bald man peeking over a wall with the phrase 'Kilroy was here'.

   神话人物

   • During the war, soldiers would draw 'Kilroy was here' on walls and equipment.
   • The graffiti of Kilroy became a symbol of American presence overseas.
   • Many veterans recall seeing the Kilroy doodle in various places during their service.

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