| 单词 | sterling |
| 释义 | sterling (once / 690 pages) adjn Sterling is British money, but it also describes anything of very high quality. A sterling report card has all A’s, and sterling manners are needed for a visit with the Queen of England. Sterling is a word for British currency, and although the jury is still out, the word sterling may be from the Middle English word for "star," sterre from the stars that appeared in the design of certain Norman (really old British) coins. Sterling can still refer to money, but it also describes something great. A sterling reputation is a flawless, immaculate reputation. WORD FAMILYsterling: sterlingly, sterlings USAGE EXAMPLESIn fact, the battle between Milner and Sterling was the highlight of the game for me. BBC(Jan 01, 2017) Giants: Sterling Shepard ranks second among rookies with 62 catches and 653 yards receiving. Los Angeles Times(Jan 01, 2017) When the encounter is over, the man, Alton Sterling is shot and killed. Washington Times(Jan 01, 2017) 1adj highest in quality Syn greatest, superlative superior of high or superior quality or performance 2n British money; especially the pound sterling as the basic monetary unit of the UK Hyper money the official currency issued by a government or national bank |
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