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单词 cross-grained
释义 cross-grained
\ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷\ adjective
1. : having the grain or fibers running diagonally, transversely, or irregularly
2.
 a. : difficult to deal with, handle, or master
  < a cross-grained problem >
  < the story … cross-grained in its structure — D.L.Morgan >
 b. : morosely irascible : grumpy and intractable : perversely contrary
  < a spiteful cross-grained old woman >
Synonyms: see contrary
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