pout

• 名词，有多重含义：表示不满或委屈的撅嘴表情；一种生活在北方海域的海鳗状鱼类；或美国东部常见的鲶鱼。

A noun with multiple meanings: a facial expression of displeasure or sulking; a type of marine eel-like fish found in northern seas; or a catfish common in the eastern United States.

1. Disdainful expressionB1informal

   A facial expression showing displeasure or sulkiness, typically with the lips pushed forward.

   撅嘴

   • She gave a pout when she didn't get what she wanted.
   • His pout was a clear sign of his disappointment.
   • The child's pout made everyone laugh.

   同义词mouewry face

   反义词grinsmile

2. Marine fishC2formalscientific

   A type of marine eel-like fish, mostly bottom-dwelling, found in northern seas.

   海洋鱼类

   • The pout is commonly found in the cold waters of the North Atlantic.
   • Fishermen often catch pout along with other bottom-dwelling species.
   • The pout's elongated body helps it navigate rocky seabeds.

   同义词eelpout

3. Catfish speciesC2formalamericanscientific

   A type of catfish common in the eastern United States.

   鲶鱼

   • The pout is a popular catch among anglers in eastern US rivers.
   • This species of pout is known for its whisker-like barbels.
   • Pout catfish are often found in slow-moving streams and ponds.

   同义词bullhead

• 动词，表示不满、生气或撒娇时撅起嘴唇的动作。

A verb used to indicate the act of pushing out one's lips as an expression of displeasure, sulkiness, or irritation.

1. Show displeasureB1informal

   To express annoyance or disappointment by pushing out the lips, often in a childish manner.

   撅嘴

   • She pouted when she didn't get what she wanted.
   • He pouted in the corner after losing the game.
   • The child pouted because his ice cream fell on the ground.

   同义词glowermake a facemopepull a facesulk

   反义词beamgrinsmile

2. Make a sad faceB1informal

   To push out one's lower lip as a sign of sadness or sulking.

   撅嘴

   • She pouted her lips and looked away.
   • He pouted dramatically when told to clean his room.
   • The toddler pouted before bursting into tears.

   同义词mopesulk

   反义词grinsmile