sage
UK/seidʒ/US
GREB2
Definitions
n.
A very wise and respected person; also, a grey-green herb used in cooking.
圣人，哲人；鼠尾草（烹饪香草）
adj.
Wise and judicious; showing sound judgment.
贤明的，明智的
Root Breakdown
Native Englishsageother
=sage
Common Collocations
- 1.sage advice明智的建议
- 2.ancient sage古代圣贤
- 3.sage and onion鼠尾草与洋葱
- 4.[sage wisdom]睿智的智慧
Example Sentences
- 1.
The old sage offered wise counsel to those who sought his guidance.
- 2.
She stuffed the turkey with sage and onion for a classic holiday flavor.
- 3.
His sage advice helped me avoid a costly business mistake.