释义 |
aunt sally I. \-ˈsalē, -li\ noun (plural aunt sallies also aunt sallys) Usage: usually capitalized A&S 1. Britain : a representation (as an effigy or puppet figure) of a woman usually with a pipe in her mouth 2. Britain : a sport consisting in trying to break the pipe of an Aunt Sally or to knock the figure down by throwing sticks or balls II. noun Usage: usually capitalized A&S Britain : an object of criticism or contention ; especially : a person, condition, or argument set up to invite criticism or be easily refuted |