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wan

UK/wɒn/US
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Definitions

adj.

Pale and sickly in appearance; lacking color or vitality

苍白的,病态的,无血色的

v.

To become pale or sickly in appearance

变苍白,变得病态

Root Breakdown

Native English
wanother
=wan

Common Collocations

  • 1.wan smile虚弱的微笑
  • 2.wan complexion苍白的脸色

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her wan expression revealed the toll of sleepless nights.

  • 2.

    The wan light of dawn crept across the horizon.

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