| 释义 |
bland
I. \ˈbland, -aa(ə)nd\ adjective
(usually -er/-est)
Etymology: Latin blandus
1.
a. : smooth and soothing in manner : gentle, suave, ingratiating
< bland approval >
< a bland smile >
b. : exhibiting no personal concern or embarrassment : unconcerned, unperturbed
< the criminal made a bland confession >
2.
a. : having soft and soothing qualities : not drastic or irritating : not stimulating or vigorous
< a bland oil >
< a simple bland diet >
< the bland climate of the southern coast >
b. : flat, dull, insipid, wishy-washy
< a bland pudding >
< he submits and becomes bland and tasteless — Norman Kelman >
3. : not infected
< a bland infarct >
Synonyms: see soft, suave
II. noun
(-s)
Etymology: Old Norse blanda, from blanda to mix — more at blend
: a drink of the Orkney and Shetland islands consisting of buttermilk and water |