| 词组 | alien |
| 释义 | stranger • foreigner • alien • guest - I've lived in France for years, but I still speak French like a foreigner. (Not *stranger* *guest* * alien*) (= one who is not a native) - Aliens have to apply for work permits, as well as residence permits. (preferable to Foreigners) (alien is formal for a foreigner living long-term in another country) - We're expecting guests for supper. (Not *strangers* *foreigners* * aliens*) (= people who have been invited) - Given half the chance, she'd tell her life story to a complete stranger. (= a person who is unknown to her) |
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