释义 |
bos·ton I. \ˈbȯstən sometimes ˈbäs-, rap. sometimes -sən\ adjective Usage: usually capitalized Etymology: from Boston, capital of Massachusetts : of or from Boston, the capital of Massachusetts : of the kind or style prevalent in Boston : bostonian II. noun (-s) Etymology: French, from Boston, capital of Massachusetts 1. usually capitalized : a variant of whist popular in the late 18th and early 19th centuries in which the players bid for the right to name trumps 2. often capitalized : a bid in the game of Boston to win five tricks III. noun (-s) Usage: usually capitalized Etymology: from Boston, capital of Massachusetts 1. : a waltz characterized by a hold of two beats on one foot and an occasional dipping turn 2. : boston terrier |