单词 | parabolize |
释义 | parabolize/pəˈrabəlʌɪz/ /pəˈrab(ə)lʌɪz/verb 1 [no object] To express or represent parabolically; to set forth in a parable. 2 [with object] To make (especially a mirror or lens) parabolic or paraboloidal in shape. OriginEarly 17th century; earliest use found in William Watson (?1559–1603), Roman Catholic priest and conspirator. From parable + -ize. |
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