| 词组 | plain |
| 释义 | simple • plain • ordinary (people) - I was rather plain as a child. (= not good looking, not attractive) - Jane is an ordinary girl. (Not *simple*) (plain describes facial appearance and is usually applied to females; it is not applied to people in the sense of ordinary = not exceptional, approachable. Compare: Let me make myse - John is rather simple. (Not * plain*) (= a bit retarded, simple-minded: not condemnatory) - Mrs Tibbs is a simple soul. (Not *plain*) (= uncomplicated, innocent) |
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