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单词 comet-like
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Definition of comet-like in English:

comet-like

adverb ˈkɒmɪtlʌɪk
  • In a manner likened to that of a comet, especially with reference to sudden appearance, brilliant passage, or destructive effect.

adjective ˈkɒmɪtlʌɪk
  • Resembling (that of) a comet (literal and figurative).

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Michael Drayton (1536–1631), poet. From comet + -like.

 
 

Definition of comet-like in US English:

comet-like

adverbˈkɒmɪtlʌɪk
  • In a manner likened to that of a comet, especially with reference to sudden appearance, brilliant passage, or destructive effect.

adjectiveˈkɒmɪtlʌɪk
  • Resembling (that of) a comet (literal and figurative).

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Michael Drayton (1536–1631), poet. From comet + -like.

 
 
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