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shawl

UK/ʃɒ:l/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A large piece of cloth worn over the shoulders or head, typically by women

披肩,围巾,大方巾

v.

To wrap in a shawl

用披肩裹住

Root Breakdown

Loanword
shawlother
=shawl

Common Collocations

  • 1.woolen shawl羊毛披肩
  • 2.wrap a shawl披上披肩
  • 3.cashmere shawl羊绒披肩
  • 4.prayer shawl祈祷披巾

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She wrapped a warm woolen shawl around her shoulders against the evening chill.

  • 2.

    The bride wore a delicate lace shawl over her wedding dress.

  • 3.

    Colorful shawls are a traditional part of the local women's dress.

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