manakin

• 名词，有多个含义：可指展示服装的人或展示服装用的真人大小的人体模型，也可指一种生活在美洲中部和南部、以复杂求偶仪式著称的小型色彩鲜艳的鸟。

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to a person who models clothing, a life-size dummy used for displaying garments, or a small, brightly colored bird native to Central and South America known for its elaborate courtship displays.

1. Fashion modelB1formal

   A woman employed to wear and display clothing to showcase fashion designs.

   女模特

   • The manakin walked gracefully down the runway.
   • She worked as a manakin for a top fashion house.
   • The designer chose a tall manakin to present the new collection.

   同义词clotheshorsefashion modelmannequinmodel

2. Display dummyB1formal

   A life-sized model of a human body used to display clothing in stores or for tailoring.

   人体模型

   • The shop window featured a manakin dressed in a summer dress.
   • Tailors often use a manakin to adjust the fit of a garment.
   • The manakin was positioned to show off the new suit.

   同义词dummyformlay figuremannequinmodel

3. Small birdC1formalscientific

   Any of numerous small, brightly colored birds native to Central and South America, known for their short bills and elaborate courtship displays.

   侏儒鸟

   • The manakin performed an intricate dance to attract a mate.
   • Birdwatchers spotted a rare manakin in the rainforest.
   • The male manakin's bright plumage is used in courtship rituals.