sardine
UK/sɑ:'di:n/US
C2
Definitions
n.
A small, oily fish of the herring family, often sold preserved in tins
沙丁鱼
v.
To pack or cram people or things tightly together
把……塞得满满的，紧密地挤在一起
Root Breakdown
Loanwordsardineother
=sardine
Common Collocations
- 1.tin of sardines一罐沙丁鱼
- 2.packed like sardines挤得像沙丁鱼罐头
- 3.grilled sardines烤沙丁鱼
- 4.sardine can沙丁鱼罐头
Example Sentences
- 1.
She opened a tin of sardines and spread them on toast for a quick lunch.
- 2.
We were packed like sardines on the rush-hour subway train.
- 3.
Fresh sardines grilled with lemon and herbs are a staple of Mediterranean cuisine.