pie

🇬🇧 UK/pai/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A baked dish with a pastry crust and a sweet or savory filling.

馅饼

v.

To hit someone in the face with a pie as a prank or protest.

用馅饼砸(某人的)脸

🧩 Root Breakdown

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Common Collocations

  • 1.apple pie苹果派
  • 2.pie chart饼图/圆形图表
  • 3.a slice of the pie分一杯羹
  • 4.pie crust派皮/酥皮

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She baked a warm apple pie that filled the kitchen with a sweet aroma.

  • 2.

    Everyone wants a slice of the pie when a new business opportunity arises.

  • 3.

    The shepherd's pie at that pub is absolutely legendary among the locals.

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