martyr
UK/'mɑ:tә/US
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Definitions
n.
A person who dies or suffers greatly for their religious beliefs or a cause; one who constantly suffers.
烈士，殉道者；受苦受难者
v.
To put someone to death or cause them to suffer for their beliefs.
使成为烈士，使殉道；使受苦
Root Breakdown
Native Englishmartyrother
=martyr
Example Sentences
- 1.
She became a martyr for the cause of human rights.
- 2.
The religious martyr refused to deny her faith even under torture.
- 3.
Don't martyr yourself by working endless hours without rest.