单词 | mind |
释义 | mind mind (you) ► C2 used when you want to make what you have just said sound less strong: » He's very untidy about the house; mind you, I'm not much better.» I know I'm lazy - I did go swimming yesterday, mind.Thesaurus+: ↑Connecting words which express a contrast mind /maɪnd/ noun [C] B1 the part of a person that makes it possible for him or her to think, feel emotions, and understand things: » Her mind was full of what had happened the night before, and she just wasn't concentrating.» Of course I'm telling the truth - you've got such a suspicious mind!» I just said the first thing that came into my mind.» I'm not quite clear in my mind about what I'm doing.Thesaurus+: ↑Mind and personality , ↑Science of psychology and psychoanalysisF0 a very clever person: » She was one of the most brilliant minds of the last century.Thesaurus+: ↑Intelligent peopleall in the/your mindF0 describes a problem that does not exist and is only imagined: » His doctor tried to convince him that he wasn't really ill and that it was all in the mind.Thesaurus+: ↑True, real, false, and unrealbear/keep sth in mindB2 to remember a piece of information when you are making a decision or thinking about a matter: » Bearing in mind how young she is, I thought she did really well.» Of course, repair work is expensive and you have to keep that in mind.Thesaurus+: ↑Remembering, reminding and remindersgo over sth in your mind (ALSO turn sth over in your mind)F0 to think repeatedly about an event that has happened: » She would go over the accident again and again in her mind, wishing that she could somehow have prevented it.Thesaurus+: ↑Remembering, reminding and remindersThesaurus+: ↑Thinking and contemplatingWord Builder:–Nouns: mind, minder, reminder–Adjectives: mindless–Verbs: mind, remind–Adverbs: mindlessly• • • Extra Examples:» He's made up his mind, and nothing you can say will change his opinion on the issue.» I know she's gone forever, but I just can't put her out of my mind.» Her words kept running through my mind.» If you change your mind about coming tonight, just give me a call.» The events of last year are still fresh in people's minds . mind /maɪnd/ verb (BE ANNOYED) ↑Verb Endings for mind A2 [I or T] (used in questions and negatives) to be annoyed or worried by something: » Do you think he'd mind if I borrowed his book?» [+ -ing verb] I don't mind having a dog in the house so long as it's clean.» INFORMAL I wouldn't mind (= I would like) something to eat, actually.» Would you mind turning (= please turn) your radio down a little please?» Do you mind if I (= may I) put the TV on?» [+ obj + -ing verb ] Do you mind me smoking?» [+ question word] I don't mind what you wear so long as it's not that awful pink shirt.» I'd prefer to stay in tonight, if you don't mind.» MAINLY UK "Would you like tea or coffee?" "I don't mind - either."Thesaurus+: ↑Not likingdo you mind?F0 said to someone when you feel annoyed with them for what they have just done or said: » Do you mind? That's my seat you're sitting on!Thesaurus+: ↑Expressions of anger• • • Extra Examples:» Would you mind filling in a questionnaire about what you watch on television?» Do you mind if I have the last chocolate?» Do you mind if I ask you a personal question?» "Do you mind if I smoke?" "Well, actually, I'd rather you didn't."» I don't mind which colour we have - you decide.Common mistake: mind! Remember: mind is usually followed by a verb in the -ing form.! Don't say 'mind to do something', say mind doing something:✗ Would you mind to send me an up-to-date catalogue?» Would you mind sending me an up-to-date catalogue? mind /maɪnd/ verb (BE CAREFUL) ↑Verb Endings for mind B1 [T] MAINLY UK to be careful of, or give attention to something: » [+ (that)] Mind that box - the bottom isn't very strong.» Mind (that) you don't bang your head on the shelf when you stand up.» Mind (= make certain that) you take enough money with you.» OLD-FASHIONED Mind your language (= don't use swear words), young lady!Thesaurus+: ↑Paying attention and being careful , ↑Cautious and vigilantmind (out)! MAINLY UKF0 used to tell someone to move or be careful, or to warn them of danger: » Mind out! We're coming through with the stretcher.» 'Hey, mind!' he said when she trod on his foot.» Mind out for falling rocks on this part of the trail.Thesaurus+: ↑Paying attention and being careful , ↑Cautious and vigilantmind how you go MAINLY UK INFORMALF0 said when you say goodbye to someone, meaning 'take care' Thesaurus+: ↑Welcoming, greeting and greetingsWord Builder:–Nouns: mind, minder, reminder–Adjectives: mindless–Verbs: mind, remind–Adverbs: mindlessly• • • Extra Examples:» Mind you don't upset her.» Mind they don't get in through the back door.» Mind you always lock up carefully.» Mind the dogs - they are quite wild.» Mind out! You nearly drove over my flower bed. mind /maɪnd/ verb [T] (TAKE CARE OF) ↑Verb Endings for mind ► F0 to take care of someone or something: » She asked me if I'd mind the children for an hour while she went shopping.» Could you mind my bag for a moment while I go to the toilet?Thesaurus+: ↑Treating and caring for people |
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