Quail
Pronunciation:/kwāl/
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 鹌鹑
- 雀
- 胆怯
Definitions
noun
Definition
A small game bird with a plump body and short tail.
In ZH
一种体型丰满、尾巴短的小型猎鸟。
Examples
- I saw a quail in the garden yesterday.
- The chef prepared a delicious quail dish for the guests.
- Quail are often hunted for sport in the autumn.
- They released several quail into the wild as part of a conservation effort.
- The quail's distinct call is a sign of spring.
verb
Definition
To feel or show fear or apprehension.
In ZH
感到或表现出恐惧或忧虑。
Examples
- He quailed at the thought of public speaking.
- She quailed under the pressure of the exam.
- The children quailed at the dark shadows in the room.
- Some employees quailed at the news of potential layoffs.
- Despite his bravado, he quailed when faced with the challenge.