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2018-08-12来源:和谐英语
Words and Their Stories

volt – n. a unit for measuring the force that moves an electric current

bolt – n. a lightning stroke; also "thunderbolt"

brilliant – adj. very impressive or successful : brilliance – n. the quality or state of being brilliant

rare – adj. not common or usual : not often done, seen, or happening

feat – n. an act or achievement that shows courage, strength, or skill

endurance – n. the ability to do something difficult for a long time : the ability to deal with pain or suffering that continues for a long time

kite – n. a toy that is made of a light frame covered with cloth, paper, or plastic and that is flown in the air at the end of a long string

jar – n. a glass container that has a wide opening and usually a lid