| 单词 | deaf |
| 释义 | deaf adj. 1. wholly or partly without hearing (deaf in one ear). 2. (foll. by to) refusing to listen or comply. 3. insensitive to harmony, rhythm, etc. (tone-deaf). Phrases and idioms deaf-aid Brit. a hearing-aid. deaf-and-dumb alphabet (or language etc.) = sign language Usage Sign language is preferred in official use. deaf as a post completely deaf. deaf mute a deaf and dumb person. fall on deaf ears be ignored. turn a deaf ear (usu. foll. by to) be unresponsive. Derivatives deafly adv. deafness n. Etymology: OE deaf f. Gmc |
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