| 释义 |
raking
I. noun
(-s)
Etymology: from gerund of rake (II)
1. : a raked area
2. : the stuff gathered with a rake
II. noun
(-s)
Etymology: from gerund of rake (VIII)
: dissolute conduct : licentiousness
III. adjective
Etymology: from present participle of rake (VIII)
: dissolute
IV. adjective
Etymology: from present participle of rake (V)
: inclined from the perpendicular or horizontal
< shadows and markings revealed in the raking light of dawn or sunset — C.M.Lerici >
V. adjective
Etymology: from present participle of rake (III)
: speedy, swift
< a fellow with … a powerful raking stride — John Buchan > |