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单词 Rip Van Winkleish
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Definition of Rip Van Winkleish in English:

Rip Van Winkleish

(also Rip Van Winklish)
adjective ˌrɪp van ˈwɪŋklɪʃ
  • Characteristic of or resembling Rip Van Winkle; not aware of or alert to present (especially social and political) conditions.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Mechanic's Press (Utica, New York). From the name of Rip Van Winkle + -ish.

Definition of Rip Van Winkleish in US English:

Rip Van Winkleish

(also Rip Van Winklish)
adjectiveˌrɪp van ˈwɪŋklɪʃ
  • Characteristic of or resembling Rip Van Winkle; not aware of or alert to present (especially social and political) conditions.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Mechanic's Press (Utica, New York). From the name of Rip Van Winkle + -ish.

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