solitaire

A noun with multiple meanings: a gem set alone, an extinct flightless bird related to the dodo, a North American thrush known for its song, or a card game for one player.

• 🇨🇳多义词，指单颗宝石（尤指戒指上的独粒宝石）、一种已灭绝的不会飞的鸟（与渡渡鸟有亲缘关系）、一种以鸣声著称的北美鸫鸟，或一种单人玩的纸牌游戏。

1. Single gemstone B1 formal

   A precious stone, typically a diamond, set alone in a piece of jewelry.

   • She wore a beautiful solitaire diamond ring on her finger.
   • The necklace featured a single solitaire emerald.
   • He proposed with a classic solitaire setting.

   🇨🇳单颗宝石

2. Extinct bird C1 formal

   An extinct flightless bird from the island of Réunion, related to the dodo.

   • The solitaire bird was last seen in the 18th century.
   • Scientists study the solitaire's remains to understand its habitat.
   • Unlike the dodo, the solitaire was known for its solitary nature.

   🇨🇳留尼汪孤鸽

3. North American thrush C1 formal american

   A dull grey thrush native to North America, known for its melodious song.

   • The solitaire's song echoed through the forest at dawn.
   • Birdwatchers spotted a solitaire perched on a branch.
   • Its grey plumage helps the solitaire blend into its surroundings.

   🇨🇳北美鸫

4. Card game A2 informal

   A card game designed for a single player, often played with a standard deck.

   • She played solitaire on her computer to pass the time.
   • He enjoys classic solitaire games like Klondike.
   • Solitaire is a relaxing way to unwind alone.

   🇨🇳纸牌接龙

   同义词: patience

• solitaire plural form
• solitaire' possessive plural form
• solitaire's possessive singular form