throwback

🇬🇧 UK/'θrәubæk/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A reversion to an earlier type or stage of development; something reminiscent of the past.

返祖现象,复古事物,倒退

🧩 Root Breakdown

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Common Collocations

  • 1.a throwback to令人想起……的事物
  • 2.genetic throwback遗传返祖现象
  • 3.[nostalgic throwback]怀旧复古之物
  • 4.throwback Thursday(社交媒体)复古星期四

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her vintage-style dress was a charming throwback to the 1950s fashion era.

  • 2.

    The new album is a throwback to the band's early rock-and-roll roots.

  • 3.

    Scientists noted the rare genetic throwback in the foal, which displayed ancient coat markings.

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