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supple

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柯林斯词典

    supple /ˈsʌpəl/ (suppler,supplest)

  • 1. ADJ A supple object or material bends or changes shape easily without cracking or breaking. 柔软的

    The leather is supple and sturdy enough to last for years. 这种皮革质地柔软结实，足以用上好多年。

  • 2. ADJ A supple person can move and bend their body very easily. 灵活的

    Paul was incredibly supple and strong. 保罗非常灵活、强壮。

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剑桥词典

    supple adjective (BENDING)


    bending or able to be bent easily ; not stiff
    易弯曲的，柔软的，柔韧的
    I'm not supple enough (= my body doesn't bend easily enough) to touch the floor . 我身体的柔韧性不够好，站着的时候双手无法触到地面。
    The gloves were made of very supple leather . 这副手套是用非常柔软的皮革做成的。

    supple adjective (ABLE TO CHANGE)

    literary
    able to change quickly and successfully to suit different conditions
    灵活的，适应能力强的
    She has shown that she has a supple mind . 她已经证明了自己头脑很灵活。
    We need a more supple monetary policy . 我们需要一个更加灵活的货币政策。 返回 supple