| 释义 |
boe·o·tian
I. \(ˈ)bē|ōshən\ adjective
Etymology: Boeotia, district in ancient Greece (from Latin, from Greek Boiōtia) + English -an
1. usually capitalized
a. : of, relating to, or characteristic of the ancient district of Boeotia in east central Greece
b. : of, relating to, or characteristic of Boeotians
2. often capitalized : marked by stupidity and philistinism : crudely obtuse : dull, loutish
< a boeotian distaste for art >
II. noun
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1. capitalized
a. : a native or inhabitant of Boeotia
b. : an Aeolic dialect of ancient Greek used by the Boeotians
2. often capitalized : a dull obtuse individual : a boorish opponent of art and letters : philistine, boor |