| 单词 | ensconce |
| 释义 | ensconceen·sconce /ɪnˈskɒns $ ɪnˈskɑːns/ verb [transitiveT] PUTto settle yourself in a place where you feel comfortable and safe 使安顿；使安坐 be ensconced in/at/on etc Nick was comfortably ensconced in front of the TV set. 尼克舒舒服服地安坐在电视机前面。 ensconce yourself Agnes had ensconced herself in the best bedroom. 阿格尼丝在最好的卧室里安顿下来。 n Grammar Ensconce is usually either passive or reflexive (=followed by myself/herself etc). (1500-1600) sconce “small strong building for defense” ((16-19 centuries)), from Dutch schans |
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