| 单词 | siren |
| 释义 | siren n. 1. a a device for making a loud prolonged signal or warning sound, esp. by revolving a perforated disc over a jet of compressed air or steam. b the sound made by this. 2. (in Greek mythology) each of a number of women or winged creatures whose singing lured unwary sailors on to rocks. 3. a sweet singer. 4. a a dangerously fascinating woman; a temptress. b a tempting pursuit etc. 5. (attrib.) irresistibly tempting. 6. an eel-shaped tailed amphibian of the family Sirenidae. Phrases and idioms siren suit a one-piece garment for the whole body, easily put on or taken off, orig. for use in air-raid shelters. Etymology: ME f. OF sereine, sirene f. LL Sirena fem. f. L f. Gk Seiren |
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