英语词汇“tenderness”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

MENU FOR tendertender1 food2 part of your body3 gentle4 easily damaged5 tender loving care6 tender age

WORD ORIGINtender1

Origin:

1200-1300 Old French tendre, from Latin tener ‘soft, young’

EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES

tender blossoms
a tender, caring woman
Cook the curry for another 40 minutes or until the meat is tender.
Fleury saw an expression of tender devotion come over his father's face.
I was feeling rather fragile, and in need of tender loving care.
My mouth was tender and swollen where he had hit me.
Now I'm going to press down on several places around your knee, and you tell me when it feels tender.
The sirloin was moist and tender on the inside.
They gave each other a tender kiss.
When she spoke, her voice was full of tender concern.
Your mouth will be tender for a few days after the operation.

EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS

Beef cuts are described as tender and less tender.
It was an unexpectedly tender insight on the part of the Arabs to accommodate their infants up here where it was airy and cool.
Like the town in which he lived most of his life, he was tough but tender.
She was blossoming like the flowers nourished by her tender care.
Stir in broth and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often, until onions are very tender, about 20 minutes.
That contrast of tender sensibility and senseless brutality was etched into my mind, exposing the utter meaninglessness of violence and war.

THESAURUS► soft

not hard, firm, or stiff, but easy to press: · a soft mattress· Her skin was lovely and soft.· soft ground

► tender

used about meat or vegetables that are soft and easy to cut, especially because they have been well cooked: · The beef was very tender.· Cook the carrots until tender.

► soggy

very wet and too soft, in a way that seems unpleasant – used about bread, vegetables, and the ground: · soggy cabbage· a piece of soggy bread· The ground was too soggy to walk on.

► squishy

soft and easy to press – used especially about fruit that is too soft, and about soft wet ground which makes a noise when you walk on it: · squishy tomatoes· The leaves were squishy under our feet.

► squashy

British English soft and easy to press – used especially about fruit that is too soft, and about chairs that are soft and comfortable: · The peaches have gone all squashy.· a big squashy sofa

► mushy

used about fruit or vegetables that are very soft, wet, and unpleasant, because they are not fresh or have been cooked for too long: · mushy pieces of banana· a few mushy carrots

► spongy

soft and full of holes that contain air or liquid like a sponge: · a spongy foam· a spongy loaf· His boots sank into the spongy soil.

► springy

used about something that is soft and comes back to its normal shape after being pressed or walked on: · springy turf (=grass)· Her hair felt lovely and springy.

► pliable

used about a material or substance that can be bent or pressed without breaking or cracking: · The clay was still pliable and not too dry.

► yielding

literary used about a surface which is soft and will bend when you press it: · yielding flesh

when a part of your body hurts► painful

used for describing a part of the body that hurts: · Her leg is still painful where she broke it.· painful joints· She was suffering from painful stomach cramps.

► tender

painful when touched: · The skin around the wound is very tender.

► stiff

painful and difficult to move: · I’ve got a stiff neck.· Her body was stiff from sitting in the car for so long.

► sore

painful as a result of a wound, infection, or too much exercise: · sore muscles· a sore throat· The wound was sore and red.

Longman Language Activatorshowing that you love someone► affectionate

someone who is affectionate shows that they are very fond of another person by the way they behave towards them, for example by holding or kissing them: · She's a very affectionate child.· He gave me an affectionate hug and then left.

► romantic

something that is romantic gives you a feeling of love for your boyfriend, girlfriend, husband, wife etc - use this about places, or things people do or say: · We went for a lovely romantic walk by the lake.· Paris is such a romantic city.· I've always thought it would be so romantic to be serenaded.

► loving

behaving in a way that shows that you love someone, especially a member of your family: · Her husband was loving and supportive throughout her long illness.· She was a devoted wife and a very loving mother.

► passionate

involving strong feelings of sexual love: · She longed to have a mad, passionate affair with him.· As they got to know each other better, their love grew deeper and more passionate.

► tender

loving and gentle, especially because you are concerned about someone: · When she spoke, her voice was full of tender concern.· Fleury saw an expression of tender devotion come over his father's face.tender loving care: · I was feeling rather fragile, and in need of tender loving care.

► lovesick

spending all your time thinking about someone you love, especially someone who does not love you: · He knew he was behaving like a lovesick teenager.

► devoted

very loving and loyal towards someone: · With the support of his devoted wife, he carried on writing until the age of 73.· They remained devoted friends for many years.

► doting

: doting mother/grandparent/husband etc a mother, grandparent etc that shows that they love someone, especially someone younger, by paying them a lot of attention: · The doting grandmother smiled and chatted about how well the boy was doing at school.· She managed to find a rich and doting husband for herself.

► lovey-dovey/gooey

informal expressing your love for someone in a way that other people think is silly: · It is possible to love someone without going all gooey over them.· We ended up sitting next to a lovey-dovey couple.

when a part of your body feels painful► painful

a part of your body that feels painful makes you feel pain: · Jim's knee was still painful where he had fallen on it.· The child suffered painful stomach cramps and vomiting after drinking one of the contaminated drinks.

► sore

a part of your body that is sore hurts when you touch or use it, and is often red: · His eyes looked red and sore, as if he had been rubbing them.· Martin was unable to score at all in the game, complaining of a sore knee.sore throat: · She missed more than ten performances that year due to a persistent sore throat and cough.

► tender

a part of the body that is tender is painful when it is touched: · My mouth was tender and swollen where he had hit me.· Now I'm going to press down on several places around your knee, and you tell me when it feels tender.

► hurt

if a part of your body hurts , you feel pain in it, for example because you have hit it or cut it, or because you are ill: · My neck felt stiff and my shoulder hurt.· I fell and banged my knee, and it really hurts.

► ache

if a part of your body aches , you feel a pain in it that is continuous but not very strong - use this about pains in your arms, legs, or back, or in your head or stomach: · My arms ached from carrying all the groceries.· She felt hot and her head was beginning to ache.· I went to dance class last week, and I've been aching ever since.

► sting

to hurt with a sudden sharp pain for a short time - use this about your eyes or your skin: · The smoke made our eyes sting.· His cheek stung where his mother had slapped him.

► throb

if a part of your body throbs you feel pain that seems to get stronger and weaker in a regular repeated pattern: · By late afternoon my head was throbbing, and I couldn't see straight.· He limped heavily, nursing his throbbing ankle.a throbbing pain: · I felt a throbbing pain in my left shin, and pulled up my trouser leg to see what was causing it.

soft and easy to press or crush► soft

· She fell over several times, but came to no harm in the soft new snow.· a selection of hard and soft cheeses· I need a softer pillow.

► tender

use this about meat and vegetables that are soft and easy to cut because they have been cooked well: · Cook the curry for another 40 minutes or until the meat is tender.

► spongy

soft and full of holes that contain air or liquid: · The ground was wet and spongy underfoot.· Protecting the edge of the bone is a layer of soft, spongy tissue.

► springy

use this about grass or ground that returns to its original shape after someone has walked on it: · Instinctively, I took off my shoes and felt the springy grass beneath my bare feet.· The stag was now at full gallop on the springy turf.

WORD SETS► Food

abalone, nounacetic acid, nounadditive, nounaftertaste, nounà la carte, adjectiveal dente, adjectivealfresco, adjectiveambrosia, nounangelica, nounaniseed, nounantipasto, nounappetizer, nounarrowroot, nounbad, adjectivebaker, nounbaking powder, nounbaking soda, nounbanana split, nounbanger, nounbanquet, nounbanqueting hall, nounbarbie, nounbarley, nounbasil, nounbass, nounbatch, nounbay leaf, nounBBQ, nounbean, nounbean curd, nounbeansprout, nounbeef, nounbeefburger, nounbeefsteak, nounbeet, nounbell pepper, nounberry, nounbetel, nounbetel nut, nounbicarbonate of soda, nounbilberry, nounbill of fare, nounbinge, nounbinge, verbbistro, nounblackberry, nounblack-eyed bean, nounblack pepper, nounblack pudding, nounblend, verbblend, nounblueberry, nounboard, nounbolt, verbbone, verbbon vivant, nounbony, adjectivebox lunch, nounbramble, nounbran, nounbrandy butter, nounbrasserie, nounbrawn, nounbreakfast, nounbrisket, nounbroiler, nounbroiler chicken, nounbroth, nounbrown rice, nounbrunch, nounbubble gum, nounbuckwheat, nounbuffet, nounbun, nounbus, verbbusboy, nounbutcher, nounbutcher, verbbutchery, nounbuttercream, nounbutty, nouncafé, nouncafeteria, nouncaff, nouncaffeine, nouncake, nouncan, verbcandy, nouncanned, adjectivecapon, nouncapsicum, nouncaraway, nouncarbohydrate, nouncare package, nouncarvery, nouncassava, nouncater, verbcaterer, nouncatering, nouncatsup, nouncatwalk, nouncayenne pepper, nouncereal, nouncheese, nounchef, nouncherry tomato, nounchickpea, nounchilli, nounChinese, nounchip shop, nounchives, nounchocolate, nounchocolatey, adjectiveChristmas dinner, nounchuck steak, nouncitric acid, nouncitron, nounclotted cream, nounclub sandwich, nouncob, nouncobbler, nouncocoa, nouncocoa bean, nouncoconut milk, nouncoffee house, nouncoffee shop, nouncold cuts, nouncold storage, nouncold store, nouncommissary, nounconcentrate, nouncondensed milk, nouncondiment, nouncone, nounconfection, nounconfectioner, nounconfectioner's sugar, nounconfectionery, nounconserve, nouncontent, nouncontinental breakfast, nounconvenience food, nouncook-chill, adjectivecooker, nouncookie, nouncooking, nouncooking oil, nouncorn bread, nouncorn chip, nouncorncob, nouncorned beef, nouncornet, nouncornflakes, nouncornflour, nouncornmeal, nouncorn on the cob, nouncorn pone, nouncornstarch, nouncorn syrup, nouncottage cheese, nouncotton candy, nouncourgette, nouncourse, nouncover charge, nouncrab, nouncrab apple, nouncracker, nouncrackling, nouncranberry, nouncrayfish, nouncream, nouncream cheese, nouncream cracker, nouncreamer, nouncreamy, adjectivecress, nouncrisp, nouncrisp, adjectivecrispbread, nouncrispy, adjectivecroissant, nouncroquette, nouncrouton, nouncrumb, nouncrumpet, nouncrunchy, adjectivecrust, nouncrusty, adjectivecrystallized, adjectivecucumber, nouncud, nouncuisine, nouncupcake, nouncurd, nouncurdle, verbcurrant, nouncustard, nouncut, nouncutlet, noundainty, nounDanish pastry, noundate, noundefrost, verbdelicacy, noundemerara sugar, noundesiccated, adjectivedevilled, adjectivedevour, verbdiabetic, adjectivedigest, verbdigestible, adjectivedill, noundill pickle, noundine, verbdiner, noundining car, noundinner, noundinner dance, noundinner party, noundinner theater, noundinnertime, noundissolve, verbdoggy bag, noundoily, noundollop, noundough, noundown, verbdrain, verbdredge, verbdried, adjectivedried fruit, noundripping, noundrumstick, noundry goods, noundunk, verbEaster egg, nouneat, verbeatery, nouneating apple, nouneats, nounEccles cake, nounéclair, nounEdam, nounedible, adjectiveeel, nounegg, nouneggplant, nounegg roll, nounelevenses, nounendive, nounEnglish breakfast, nounEnglish muffin, nounentrée, nounepicure, nounescalope, nounevaporated milk, nounfast food, nounfeed, verbfeed, nounfeta cheese, nounfig, nounfilbert, nounfillet, verbfilling, adjectivefilling, nounfilo, nounflounder, nounfloury, adjectiveflyblown, adjectivefoil, nounfoodstuff, nounforage, nounfork, verbfortify, verbfreeze-dried, adjectiveFrench bean, nounFrench bread, nounFrench dressing, nounFrench fry, nounFrench loaf, nounFrench stick, nounfries, nounfromage frais, nounfrozen, adjectivefruit, nounfudge, nounfull-fat, adjectivegaram masala, noungarlic, noungarnish, noungarnish, verbgastronomic, adjectivegastronomy, noungel, verbginger, nounglass, nounglassware, noungolden raisin, noungoody, noungourmand, noungrain, nounGranary, adjectivegranulated, adjectivegreasy, adjectivegreasy spoon, noungreen, adjectivegrill, noungristle, noungrocer, nounground, adjectiveground beef, noungrub, noungruel, nounguava, noungum, noungumball, noungumbo, noungumdrop, nounhalal, adjectivehalibut, nounham, nounhamburger, nounhaunch, nounhead table, nounhealth food, nounheart, nounhearty, adjectiveheat, nounherb, nounhigh tea, nounhome economics, nounhot dish, nounhygiene, nounhygienic, adjectiveiceman, nounindigestible, adjectiveindigestion, nouninedible, adjectiveinfected, adjectiveingest, verbinn, nouninsipid, adjectiveintake, nounirradiate, verbjellied, adjectivejoint, nounjuice, nounjuicy, adjectivejunk, nounjunk food, nounknuckle, nounkosher, adjectivelaxative, nounlean, adjectiveleavings, nounleg, nounlight, adjectiveliquorice, nounlive, adjectiveloaf, nounlocker, nounloin, nounlotus, nounlukewarm, adjectivelump, nounlunch, nounlunch, verblunchbox, nounlunch break, nounluncheon, nounlunch hour, nounlunchroom, nounlunchtime, nounluscious, adjectivemace, nounMadeira cake, nounmain course, nounmaitre d', nounmaize, nounmandarin, nounmandarin orange, nounmangetout, nounmango, nounmaple syrup, nounmargarine, nounmarge, nounmarmalade, nounmarrow, nounmarshmallow, nounMason jar, nounmasticate, verbmature, adjectivemature, verbmeal, nounmealie, nounmealtime, nounmealy, adjectivemeat, nounmeat-packing, nounmeaty, adjectivemellow, adjectivementhol, nounmentholated, adjectivemenu, nounmess, nounmess, verbmess hall, nounmilk chocolate, nounmillet, nounmince, nounmint, nounmocha, nounmolasses, nounmoreish, adjectivemorsel, nounmouldy, adjectivemouth, nounmouthful, nounMSG, nounmunch, verbmung bean, nounmush, nounmushroom, nounmustard, nounnibble, verbnibble, nounnosh, nounnourish, verbnourishment, nounnugget, nounnut, nounnutcracker, nounnutshell, nounnutty, adjectiveoatmeal, nounoats, nounoffal, nounokra, nounon, prepositiononion, nounorder, nounoregano, nounorganic, adjectiveoverindulge, verboxtail, nounpackaging, nounpacker, nounpap, nounparcel, nounpaste, nounpastille, nounpastry, nounpatisserie, nounpearl barley, nounpectin, nounpeel, verbpeel, nounpepper, nounpepper, verbpeppercorn, nounpeppermint, nounperishable, adjectivepetit four, nounpiccalilli, nounpicnic, nounpicnic, verbpie, nounpilaff, nounpilau, nounpimento, nounpinto bean, nounpit, nounpizza parlor, nounpizzeria, nounplain chocolate, nounplain flour, nounploughman's lunch, nounpoor boy, nounpork, nounpork pie, nounpork rinds, nounporridge, nounporterhouse steak, nounportion, nounpostprandial, adjectivepotato, nounpotato crisp, nounpotted, adjectivepoultry, nounpraline, nounprawn, nounprepacked, adjectivepreservative, nounpreserve, verbpreserve, nounpretzel, nounprovision, verbprune, nounpuff pastry, nounpumpernickel, nounpumpkin, nounpuree, verbquince, nounQuorn, nounrabbit, nounrancid, adjectiverare, adjectiveravenous, adjectiveraw, adjectivered meat, nounreheat, verbrennet, nounrepast, nounreplete, adjectiverestaurant, nounrestaurant car, nounrestaurateur, nounrib, nounrice, nounrigatoni, nounrind, nounripe, adjectiveroadhouse, nounrock, nounroe, nounroll, nounroot vegetable, nounrose hip, nounrusk, nounrutabaga, nounsaccharin, nounsalad cream, nounsalad dressing, nounsalami, nounsalmon, nounsalsa, nounsalt, verbsalt, adjectivesalty, adjectivesandwich, nounsardine, nounsassafras, nounsatisfying, adjectivesatsuma, nounsauerkraut, nounsausage, nounscallion, nounscampi, nounscone, nounscoop, nounScotch broth, nounscratchings, nounseafood, nounseasoned, adjectiveseed, verbsemolina, nounservery, nounservice charge, nounserving, nounset, adjectiveshallot, nounshellfish, nounsherbet, nounshish kebab, nounshortbread, nounshortcake, nounshortcrust pastry, nounshoulder, nounshrimp cocktail, nounside order, nounsillabub, nounsimnel cake, nounsingle cream, nounsirloin, nounsitting, nounskimmed milk, nounskin, nounskin, verbslaw, nounslice, nounsliced bread, nounsloe, nounsloppy joe, nounsmorgasbord, nounsnack bar, nounsnow pea, nounsoda fountain, nounsodium chloride, nounsoft fruit, nounsorghum, nounsoul food, nounsour, adjectivesour, verbsourdough, nounsoya, nounsoya bean, nounspearmint, nounspinach, nounsponge, nounsponge cake, nounsponge pudding, nounspoon, verbspoonful, nounspotted dick, nounspread, nounspring onion, nounspring roll, nounsprout, nounspud, nounsquash, nounsquid, nounstaple, nounstarfruit, nounstarter, nounsteak, nounsteakhouse, nounsteak tartare, nounstew, nounstick, nounStilton, nounstir-fry, verbstodge, nounstone-ground, adjectivestrawberry, nounstring bean, nounstringy, adjectivestrudel, nounsub, nounsucrose, nounsuet, nounsugar, nounsugar, verbsugar-coated, adjectivesugar cube, nounsugar lump, nounsugary, adjectivesultana, nounsun-dried, adjectivesup, verbsupper, nounsustenance, nounswallow, verbswallow, nounswede, nounsweetcorn, nounsweetened condensed milk, nounsweetener, nounsweetmeat, nounsweet pepper, nounsweet potato, nounsyrup, nounsyrupy, adjectivetable d'hôte, nountaco, nountaffy, nountainted, adjectivetakeaway, nountakeout, nountangerine, nountapas, nountapioca, nountaramasalata, nountariff, nountart, nountartare sauce, nountaste, verbtasteless, adjectivetaster, nountasting, nountater, nountattie, nounT-bone steak, nountea, nounteacake, nountender, adjectivetin, nountinned, adjectivetitbit, nountoffee apple, nountofu, nountomato, nountongue, nountop, nountopping, nountop round, nountopside, nountop table, nountortilla, nountough, adjectivetransport cafe, nountreacle, nountrifle, nountripe, nountrotter, nountruck stop, nountruffle, nountub, nountuna, nounturkey, nounTurkish delight, nounturnip, nounturnover, nountutti frutti, nounTV dinner, nounTVP, noununadulterated, adjectiveunleavened, adjectiveunpalatable, adjectivevacuum-packed, adjectivevanilla, nounveal, nounvegan, nounvegetable, nounvegetarian, nounvegetarianism, nounveggie, nounvenison, nounvictual, verbvictuals, nounvoracious, adjectivevoucher, nounwaiter, nounwaitress, nounwalnut, noun-ware, suffixwarmed-over, adjectivewedge, nounwell, nounwell-done, adjectivewell-fed, adjectivewet fish, nounwheat, nounwhite, nounwhite flour, nounwhite pepper, nounwhite sauce, nounwholefood, nounwholemeal, adjectivewhole wheat, adjectivewiener, nounwild rice, nounwishbone, nounwrap, nounyeast extract, nounyoghurt, nounyogurt, nounyolk, nounyule log, nounyummy, adjectivezucchini, nounzwieback, noun

COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES► a gentle/tender kiss

· She could still feel that last tender kiss.

COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSNOUN► age

· Dealing with drivers at this tender age obviously sparked an interest in transport which has developed over the years.· At my tender age, I could only look on.· Alongside me was Sam Ratcliffe who, at the tender age of sixteen, had already had quite a bit of publicity.· Tennis players start at a more tender age these days.· He knows how it feels to lose a father at a tender age.· And it has just happened to Kate Moss at the tender age of 18.

► care

· Just as the grieving adult needs tender care and attention, so does the child.· She was blossoming like the flowers nourished by her tender care.

► cut

· Enzyme treatment permits the use of dry heat methods of cooking for less tender cuts.· Less tender cuts Of meat are made tender by mOist heat methods Of cooking: braising and stewing.· Consumer preference is for tender cuts.· The forequarter contains the rib section for tender roasts and the chuck, which is meaty but yields less tender cuts.· Who would expect to get such a juicy, tender cut of beef at a little place like this?· Cuts from the chuck and the round are less tender cuts unless they come from high-quality carcasses.· Grinding beef to make hamburger is a means of tenderizing less tender cuts.

► meat

· A tender meat with a fragrant flavour, New Zealand Lamb is available in a wide range of cuts.· It has tender meat and soft, pliable, smooth-textured skin. 5.· Perhaps these are the peelings as they eat the more tender meat inside.

► mercies

· Not like Tod and his tender mercies.· Nigel and Gina were left to each other's tender mercies.· A feeling came over me: light-headed, awesome, a feeling of tender mercies.

► spot

· But the flinch was not because he had touched a tender spot on her neck.· It prods at our most tender spots, at our deepest terror.· It was because a tender spot on her soul was regaining consciousness.· You would soon have lumps on your most tender spot.

► years

· But speculation is rife that Arsenal's Ashley Cole will be there, despite his tender years and limited experience.· I would be distressed to hear of any ladies reading it, let alone a girl of your tender years and experience.· Like many such people he spent his tender years caddying.· These are establishments which, for a fee, will undertake to foster children of very tender years.

PHRASES FROM THE ENTRY► tender loving care

Mom gave us kids a lot of tender loving care.
Right now I just need some tender loving care.
At some level they still cling to the idea that tender loving care is the only factor in raising kids.
Hospitals needed some one to give tender loving care to chil-dren, social agencies had various similar needs, and so on.
It is the routine and tender loving care of the staff that create the best atmosphere.
Lucky patients get superb nursing care, infused with professionalism and tender loving care.
Mandy had plied her with tender loving care until the tears had come.
The Backup New yachts suffer from teething problems, and older yachts need lots of tender loving care.
Voice over Millie will need tender loving care and a lot of medical treatment before going home.
With glass and tender loving care it can be done.

► tender age

Alongside me was Sam Ratcliffe who, at the tender age of sixteen, had already had quite a bit of publicity.
And it has just happened to Kate Moss at the tender age of 18.
At my tender age, I could only look on.
Dealing with drivers at this tender age obviously sparked an interest in transport which has developed over the years.
He knows how it feels to lose a father at a tender age.
Tennis players start at a more tender age these days.

单词	tenderness
释义	tenderten‧der1 /ˈtendə $ -ər/ ●○○ adjective Entry menu MENU FOR tendertender1 food2 part of your body3 gentle4 easily damaged5 tender loving care6 tender age Word Origin WORD ORIGINtender1 Origin: 1200-1300 Old French tendre, from Latin tener ‘soft, young’ Examples EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES tender blossoms a tender, caring woman Cook the curry for another 40 minutes or until the meat is tender. Fleury saw an expression of tender devotion come over his father's face. I was feeling rather fragile, and in need of tender loving care. My mouth was tender and swollen where he had hit me. Now I'm going to press down on several places around your knee, and you tell me when it feels tender. The sirloin was moist and tender on the inside. They gave each other a tender kiss. When she spoke, her voice was full of tender concern. Your mouth will be tender for a few days after the operation. EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS Beef cuts are described as tender and less tender. It was an unexpectedly tender insight on the part of the Arabs to accommodate their infants up here where it was airy and cool. Like the town in which he lived most of his life, he was tough but tender. She was blossoming like the flowers nourished by her tender care. Stir in broth and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often, until onions are very tender, about 20 minutes. That contrast of tender sensibility and senseless brutality was etched into my mind, exposing the utter meaninglessness of violence and war. Thesaurus THESAURUS► soft not hard, firm, or stiff, but easy to press: · a soft mattress· Her skin was lovely and soft.· soft ground ► tender used about meat or vegetables that are soft and easy to cut, especially because they have been well cooked: · The beef was very tender.· Cook the carrots until tender. ► soggy very wet and too soft, in a way that seems unpleasant – used about bread, vegetables, and the ground: · soggy cabbage· a piece of soggy bread· The ground was too soggy to walk on. ► squishy soft and easy to press – used especially about fruit that is too soft, and about soft wet ground which makes a noise when you walk on it: · squishy tomatoes· The leaves were squishy under our feet. ► squashy British English soft and easy to press – used especially about fruit that is too soft, and about chairs that are soft and comfortable: · The peaches have gone all squashy.· a big squashy sofa ► mushy used about fruit or vegetables that are very soft, wet, and unpleasant, because they are not fresh or have been cooked for too long: · mushy pieces of banana· a few mushy carrots ► spongy soft and full of holes that contain air or liquid like a sponge: · a spongy foam· a spongy loaf· His boots sank into the spongy soil. ► springy used about something that is soft and comes back to its normal shape after being pressed or walked on: · springy turf (=grass)· Her hair felt lovely and springy. ► pliable used about a material or substance that can be bent or pressed without breaking or cracking: · The clay was still pliable and not too dry. ► yielding literary used about a surface which is soft and will bend when you press it: · yielding flesh when a part of your body hurts► painful used for describing a part of the body that hurts: · Her leg is still painful where she broke it.· painful joints· She was suffering from painful stomach cramps. ► tender painful when touched: · The skin around the wound is very tender. ► stiff painful and difficult to move: · I’ve got a stiff neck.· Her body was stiff from sitting in the car for so long. ► sore painful as a result of a wound, infection, or too much exercise: · sore muscles· a sore throat· The wound was sore and red. Longman Language Activatorshowing that you love someone► affectionate someone who is affectionate shows that they are very fond of another person by the way they behave towards them, for example by holding or kissing them: · She's a very affectionate child.· He gave me an affectionate hug and then left. ► romantic something that is romantic gives you a feeling of love for your boyfriend, girlfriend, husband, wife etc - use this about places, or things people do or say: · We went for a lovely romantic walk by the lake.· Paris is such a romantic city.· I've always thought it would be so romantic to be serenaded. ► loving behaving in a way that shows that you love someone, especially a member of your family: · Her husband was loving and supportive throughout her long illness.· She was a devoted wife and a very loving mother. ► passionate involving strong feelings of sexual love: · She longed to have a mad, passionate affair with him.· As they got to know each other better, their love grew deeper and more passionate. ► tender loving and gentle, especially because you are concerned about someone: · When she spoke, her voice was full of tender concern.· Fleury saw an expression of tender devotion come over his father's face.tender loving care: · I was feeling rather fragile, and in need of tender loving care. ► lovesick spending all your time thinking about someone you love, especially someone who does not love you: · He knew he was behaving like a lovesick teenager. ► devoted very loving and loyal towards someone: · With the support of his devoted wife, he carried on writing until the age of 73.· They remained devoted friends for many years. ► doting : doting mother/grandparent/husband etc a mother, grandparent etc that shows that they love someone, especially someone younger, by paying them a lot of attention: · The doting grandmother smiled and chatted about how well the boy was doing at school.· She managed to find a rich and doting husband for herself. ► lovey-dovey/gooey informal expressing your love for someone in a way that other people think is silly: · It is possible to love someone without going all gooey over them.· We ended up sitting next to a lovey-dovey couple. when a part of your body feels painful► painful a part of your body that feels painful makes you feel pain: · Jim's knee was still painful where he had fallen on it.· The child suffered painful stomach cramps and vomiting after drinking one of the contaminated drinks. ► sore a part of your body that is sore hurts when you touch or use it, and is often red: · His eyes looked red and sore, as if he had been rubbing them.· Martin was unable to score at all in the game, complaining of a sore knee.sore throat: · She missed more than ten performances that year due to a persistent sore throat and cough. ► tender a part of the body that is tender is painful when it is touched: · My mouth was tender and swollen where he had hit me.· Now I'm going to press down on several places around your knee, and you tell me when it feels tender. ► hurt if a part of your body hurts , you feel pain in it, for example because you have hit it or cut it, or because you are ill: · My neck felt stiff and my shoulder hurt.· I fell and banged my knee, and it really hurts. ► ache if a part of your body aches , you feel a pain in it that is continuous but not very strong - use this about pains in your arms, legs, or back, or in your head or stomach: · My arms ached from carrying all the groceries.· She felt hot and her head was beginning to ache.· I went to dance class last week, and I've been aching ever since. ► sting to hurt with a sudden sharp pain for a short time - use this about your eyes or your skin: · The smoke made our eyes sting.· His cheek stung where his mother had slapped him. ► throb if a part of your body throbs you feel pain that seems to get stronger and weaker in a regular repeated pattern: · By late afternoon my head was throbbing, and I couldn't see straight.· He limped heavily, nursing his throbbing ankle.a throbbing pain: · I felt a throbbing pain in my left shin, and pulled up my trouser leg to see what was causing it. soft and easy to press or crush► soft · She fell over several times, but came to no harm in the soft new snow.· a selection of hard and soft cheeses· I need a softer pillow. ► tender use this about meat and vegetables that are soft and easy to cut because they have been cooked well: · Cook the curry for another 40 minutes or until the meat is tender. ► spongy soft and full of holes that contain air or liquid: · The ground was wet and spongy underfoot.· Protecting the edge of the bone is a layer of soft, spongy tissue. ► springy use this about grass or ground that returns to its original shape after someone has walked on it: · Instinctively, I took off my shoes and felt the springy grass beneath my bare feet.· The stag was now at full gallop on the springy turf. WORD SETS► Food abalone, nounacetic acid, nounadditive, nounaftertaste, nounà la carte, adjectiveal dente, adjectivealfresco, adjectiveambrosia, nounangelica, nounaniseed, nounantipasto, nounappetizer, nounarrowroot, nounbad, adjectivebaker, nounbaking powder, nounbaking soda, nounbanana split, nounbanger, nounbanquet, nounbanqueting hall, nounbarbie, nounbarley, nounbasil, nounbass, nounbatch, nounbay leaf, nounBBQ, nounbean, nounbean curd, nounbeansprout, nounbeef, nounbeefburger, nounbeefsteak, nounbeet, nounbell pepper, nounberry, nounbetel, nounbetel nut, nounbicarbonate of soda, nounbilberry, nounbill of fare, nounbinge, nounbinge, verbbistro, nounblackberry, nounblack-eyed bean, nounblack pepper, nounblack pudding, nounblend, verbblend, nounblueberry, nounboard, nounbolt, verbbone, verbbon vivant, nounbony, adjectivebox lunch, nounbramble, nounbran, nounbrandy butter, nounbrasserie, nounbrawn, nounbreakfast, nounbrisket, nounbroiler, nounbroiler chicken, nounbroth, nounbrown rice, nounbrunch, nounbubble gum, nounbuckwheat, nounbuffet, nounbun, nounbus, verbbusboy, nounbutcher, nounbutcher, verbbutchery, nounbuttercream, nounbutty, nouncafé, nouncafeteria, nouncaff, nouncaffeine, nouncake, nouncan, verbcandy, nouncanned, adjectivecapon, nouncapsicum, nouncaraway, nouncarbohydrate, nouncare package, nouncarvery, nouncassava, nouncater, verbcaterer, nouncatering, nouncatsup, nouncatwalk, nouncayenne pepper, nouncereal, nouncheese, nounchef, nouncherry tomato, nounchickpea, nounchilli, nounChinese, nounchip shop, nounchives, nounchocolate, nounchocolatey, adjectiveChristmas dinner, nounchuck steak, nouncitric acid, nouncitron, nounclotted cream, nounclub sandwich, nouncob, nouncobbler, nouncocoa, nouncocoa bean, nouncoconut milk, nouncoffee house, nouncoffee shop, nouncold cuts, nouncold storage, nouncold store, nouncommissary, nounconcentrate, nouncondensed milk, nouncondiment, nouncone, nounconfection, nounconfectioner, nounconfectioner's sugar, nounconfectionery, nounconserve, nouncontent, nouncontinental breakfast, nounconvenience food, nouncook-chill, adjectivecooker, nouncookie, nouncooking, nouncooking oil, nouncorn bread, nouncorn chip, nouncorncob, nouncorned beef, nouncornet, nouncornflakes, nouncornflour, nouncornmeal, nouncorn on the cob, nouncorn pone, nouncornstarch, nouncorn syrup, nouncottage cheese, nouncotton candy, nouncourgette, nouncourse, nouncover charge, nouncrab, nouncrab apple, nouncracker, nouncrackling, nouncranberry, nouncrayfish, nouncream, nouncream cheese, nouncream cracker, nouncreamer, nouncreamy, adjectivecress, nouncrisp, nouncrisp, adjectivecrispbread, nouncrispy, adjectivecroissant, nouncroquette, nouncrouton, nouncrumb, nouncrumpet, nouncrunchy, adjectivecrust, nouncrusty, adjectivecrystallized, adjectivecucumber, nouncud, nouncuisine, nouncupcake, nouncurd, nouncurdle, verbcurrant, nouncustard, nouncut, nouncutlet, noundainty, nounDanish pastry, noundate, noundefrost, verbdelicacy, noundemerara sugar, noundesiccated, adjectivedevilled, adjectivedevour, verbdiabetic, adjectivedigest, verbdigestible, adjectivedill, noundill pickle, noundine, verbdiner, noundining car, noundinner, noundinner dance, noundinner party, noundinner theater, noundinnertime, noundissolve, verbdoggy bag, noundoily, noundollop, noundough, noundown, verbdrain, verbdredge, verbdried, adjectivedried fruit, noundripping, noundrumstick, noundry goods, noundunk, verbEaster egg, nouneat, verbeatery, nouneating apple, nouneats, nounEccles cake, nounéclair, nounEdam, nounedible, adjectiveeel, nounegg, nouneggplant, nounegg roll, nounelevenses, nounendive, nounEnglish breakfast, nounEnglish muffin, nounentrée, nounepicure, nounescalope, nounevaporated milk, nounfast food, nounfeed, verbfeed, nounfeta cheese, nounfig, nounfilbert, nounfillet, verbfilling, adjectivefilling, nounfilo, nounflounder, nounfloury, adjectiveflyblown, adjectivefoil, nounfoodstuff, nounforage, nounfork, verbfortify, verbfreeze-dried, adjectiveFrench bean, nounFrench bread, nounFrench dressing, nounFrench fry, nounFrench loaf, nounFrench stick, nounfries, nounfromage frais, nounfrozen, adjectivefruit, nounfudge, nounfull-fat, adjectivegaram masala, noungarlic, noungarnish, noungarnish, verbgastronomic, adjectivegastronomy, noungel, verbginger, nounglass, nounglassware, noungolden raisin, noungoody, noungourmand, noungrain, nounGranary, adjectivegranulated, adjectivegreasy, adjectivegreasy spoon, noungreen, adjectivegrill, noungristle, noungrocer, nounground, adjectiveground beef, noungrub, noungruel, nounguava, noungum, noungumball, noungumbo, noungumdrop, nounhalal, adjectivehalibut, nounham, nounhamburger, nounhaunch, nounhead table, nounhealth food, nounheart, nounhearty, adjectiveheat, nounherb, nounhigh tea, nounhome economics, nounhot dish, nounhygiene, nounhygienic, adjectiveiceman, nounindigestible, adjectiveindigestion, nouninedible, adjectiveinfected, adjectiveingest, verbinn, nouninsipid, adjectiveintake, nounirradiate, verbjellied, adjectivejoint, nounjuice, nounjuicy, adjectivejunk, nounjunk food, nounknuckle, nounkosher, adjectivelaxative, nounlean, adjectiveleavings, nounleg, nounlight, adjectiveliquorice, nounlive, adjectiveloaf, nounlocker, nounloin, nounlotus, nounlukewarm, adjectivelump, nounlunch, nounlunch, verblunchbox, nounlunch break, nounluncheon, nounlunch hour, nounlunchroom, nounlunchtime, nounluscious, adjectivemace, nounMadeira cake, nounmain course, nounmaitre d', nounmaize, nounmandarin, nounmandarin orange, nounmangetout, nounmango, nounmaple syrup, nounmargarine, nounmarge, nounmarmalade, nounmarrow, nounmarshmallow, nounMason jar, nounmasticate, verbmature, adjectivemature, verbmeal, nounmealie, nounmealtime, nounmealy, adjectivemeat, nounmeat-packing, nounmeaty, adjectivemellow, adjectivementhol, nounmentholated, adjectivemenu, nounmess, nounmess, verbmess hall, nounmilk chocolate, nounmillet, nounmince, nounmint, nounmocha, nounmolasses, nounmoreish, adjectivemorsel, nounmouldy, adjectivemouth, nounmouthful, nounMSG, nounmunch, verbmung bean, nounmush, nounmushroom, nounmustard, nounnibble, verbnibble, nounnosh, nounnourish, verbnourishment, nounnugget, nounnut, nounnutcracker, nounnutshell, nounnutty, adjectiveoatmeal, nounoats, nounoffal, nounokra, nounon, prepositiononion, nounorder, nounoregano, nounorganic, adjectiveoverindulge, verboxtail, nounpackaging, nounpacker, nounpap, nounparcel, nounpaste, nounpastille, nounpastry, nounpatisserie, nounpearl barley, nounpectin, nounpeel, verbpeel, nounpepper, nounpepper, verbpeppercorn, nounpeppermint, nounperishable, adjectivepetit four, nounpiccalilli, nounpicnic, nounpicnic, verbpie, nounpilaff, nounpilau, nounpimento, nounpinto bean, nounpit, nounpizza parlor, nounpizzeria, nounplain chocolate, nounplain flour, nounploughman's lunch, nounpoor boy, nounpork, nounpork pie, nounpork rinds, nounporridge, nounporterhouse steak, nounportion, nounpostprandial, adjectivepotato, nounpotato crisp, nounpotted, adjectivepoultry, nounpraline, nounprawn, nounprepacked, adjectivepreservative, nounpreserve, verbpreserve, nounpretzel, nounprovision, verbprune, nounpuff pastry, nounpumpernickel, nounpumpkin, nounpuree, verbquince, nounQuorn, nounrabbit, nounrancid, adjectiverare, adjectiveravenous, adjectiveraw, adjectivered meat, nounreheat, verbrennet, nounrepast, nounreplete, adjectiverestaurant, nounrestaurant car, nounrestaurateur, nounrib, nounrice, nounrigatoni, nounrind, nounripe, adjectiveroadhouse, nounrock, nounroe, nounroll, nounroot vegetable, nounrose hip, nounrusk, nounrutabaga, nounsaccharin, nounsalad cream, nounsalad dressing, nounsalami, nounsalmon, nounsalsa, nounsalt, verbsalt, adjectivesalty, adjectivesandwich, nounsardine, nounsassafras, nounsatisfying, adjectivesatsuma, nounsauerkraut, nounsausage, nounscallion, nounscampi, nounscone, nounscoop, nounScotch broth, nounscratchings, nounseafood, nounseasoned, adjectiveseed, verbsemolina, nounservery, nounservice charge, nounserving, nounset, adjectiveshallot, nounshellfish, nounsherbet, nounshish kebab, nounshortbread, nounshortcake, nounshortcrust pastry, nounshoulder, nounshrimp cocktail, nounside order, nounsillabub, nounsimnel cake, nounsingle cream, nounsirloin, nounsitting, nounskimmed milk, nounskin, nounskin, verbslaw, nounslice, nounsliced bread, nounsloe, nounsloppy joe, nounsmorgasbord, nounsnack bar, nounsnow pea, nounsoda fountain, nounsodium chloride, nounsoft fruit, nounsorghum, nounsoul food, nounsour, adjectivesour, verbsourdough, nounsoya, nounsoya bean, nounspearmint, nounspinach, nounsponge, nounsponge cake, nounsponge pudding, nounspoon, verbspoonful, nounspotted dick, nounspread, nounspring onion, nounspring roll, nounsprout, nounspud, nounsquash, nounsquid, nounstaple, nounstarfruit, nounstarter, nounsteak, nounsteakhouse, nounsteak tartare, nounstew, nounstick, nounStilton, nounstir-fry, verbstodge, nounstone-ground, adjectivestrawberry, nounstring bean, nounstringy, adjectivestrudel, nounsub, nounsucrose, nounsuet, nounsugar, nounsugar, verbsugar-coated, adjectivesugar cube, nounsugar lump, nounsugary, adjectivesultana, nounsun-dried, adjectivesup, verbsupper, nounsustenance, nounswallow, verbswallow, nounswede, nounsweetcorn, nounsweetened condensed milk, nounsweetener, nounsweetmeat, nounsweet pepper, nounsweet potato, nounsyrup, nounsyrupy, adjectivetable d'hôte, nountaco, nountaffy, nountainted, adjectivetakeaway, nountakeout, nountangerine, nountapas, nountapioca, nountaramasalata, nountariff, nountart, nountartare sauce, nountaste, verbtasteless, adjectivetaster, nountasting, nountater, nountattie, nounT-bone steak, nountea, nounteacake, nountender, adjectivetin, nountinned, adjectivetitbit, nountoffee apple, nountofu, nountomato, nountongue, nountop, nountopping, nountop round, nountopside, nountop table, nountortilla, nountough, adjectivetransport cafe, nountreacle, nountrifle, nountripe, nountrotter, nountruck stop, nountruffle, nountub, nountuna, nounturkey, nounTurkish delight, nounturnip, nounturnover, nountutti frutti, nounTV dinner, nounTVP, noununadulterated, adjectiveunleavened, adjectiveunpalatable, adjectivevacuum-packed, adjectivevanilla, nounveal, nounvegan, nounvegetable, nounvegetarian, nounvegetarianism, nounveggie, nounvenison, nounvictual, verbvictuals, nounvoracious, adjectivevoucher, nounwaiter, nounwaitress, nounwalnut, noun-ware, suffixwarmed-over, adjectivewedge, nounwell, nounwell-done, adjectivewell-fed, adjectivewet fish, nounwheat, nounwhite, nounwhite flour, nounwhite pepper, nounwhite sauce, nounwholefood, nounwholemeal, adjectivewhole wheat, adjectivewiener, nounwild rice, nounwishbone, nounwrap, nounyeast extract, nounyoghurt, nounyogurt, nounyolk, nounyule log, nounyummy, adjectivezucchini, nounzwieback, noun Collocations COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES► a gentle/tender kiss · She could still feel that last tender kiss. COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSNOUN► age · Dealing with drivers at this tender age obviously sparked an interest in transport which has developed over the years.· At my tender age, I could only look on.· Alongside me was Sam Ratcliffe who, at the tender age of sixteen, had already had quite a bit of publicity.· Tennis players start at a more tender age these days.· He knows how it feels to lose a father at a tender age.· And it has just happened to Kate Moss at the tender age of 18. ► care · Just as the grieving adult needs tender care and attention, so does the child.· She was blossoming like the flowers nourished by her tender care. ► cut · Enzyme treatment permits the use of dry heat methods of cooking for less tender cuts.· Less tender cuts Of meat are made tender by mOist heat methods Of cooking: braising and stewing.· Consumer preference is for tender cuts.· The forequarter contains the rib section for tender roasts and the chuck, which is meaty but yields less tender cuts.· Who would expect to get such a juicy, tender cut of beef at a little place like this?· Cuts from the chuck and the round are less tender cuts unless they come from high-quality carcasses.· Grinding beef to make hamburger is a means of tenderizing less tender cuts. ► meat · A tender meat with a fragrant flavour, New Zealand Lamb is available in a wide range of cuts.· It has tender meat and soft, pliable, smooth-textured skin. 5.· Perhaps these are the peelings as they eat the more tender meat inside. ► mercies · Not like Tod and his tender mercies.· Nigel and Gina were left to each other's tender mercies.· A feeling came over me: light-headed, awesome, a feeling of tender mercies. ► spot · But the flinch was not because he had touched a tender spot on her neck.· It prods at our most tender spots, at our deepest terror.· It was because a tender spot on her soul was regaining consciousness.· You would soon have lumps on your most tender spot. ► years · But speculation is rife that Arsenal's Ashley Cole will be there, despite his tender years and limited experience.· I would be distressed to hear of any ladies reading it, let alone a girl of your tender years and experience.· Like many such people he spent his tender years caddying.· These are establishments which, for a fee, will undertake to foster children of very tender years. Phrases PHRASES FROM THE ENTRY► tender loving care Mom gave us kids a lot of tender loving care. Right now I just need some tender loving care. At some level they still cling to the idea that tender loving care is the only factor in raising kids. Hospitals needed some one to give tender loving care to chil-dren, social agencies had various similar needs, and so on. It is the routine and tender loving care of the staff that create the best atmosphere. Lucky patients get superb nursing care, infused with professionalism and tender loving care. Mandy had plied her with tender loving care until the tears had come. The Backup New yachts suffer from teething problems, and older yachts need lots of tender loving care. Voice over Millie will need tender loving care and a lot of medical treatment before going home. With glass and tender loving care it can be done. ► tender age Alongside me was Sam Ratcliffe who, at the tender age of sixteen, had already had quite a bit of publicity. And it has just happened to Kate Moss at the tender age of 18. At my tender age, I could only look on. Dealing with drivers at this tender age obviously sparked an interest in transport which has developed over the years. He knows how it feels to lose a father at a tender age. Tennis players start at a more tender age these days. 1food tender food is easy to cut and eat, especially because it has been well cooked OPP tough: Continue cooking until the meat is tender.► see thesaurus at soft2part of your body a part of your body that is tender is painful if someone touches it: My arm is still tender where I bruised it.► see thesaurus at painful3gentle gentle and careful in a way that shows love: Her voice was tender and soft. a slow, tender kiss4easily damaged easily damaged – used especially about plants or flowers: tender plants that were killed by the harsh winter5tender loving care usually spoken sympathetic treatment and a lot of attention SYN TLC6tender age the time when you are young or do not have much experienceat the tender age of four/five/six etc Nicholas was sent to boarding school at the tender age of seven.—tenderly adverb—tenderness noun [uncountable]
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