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mongolism/ˈmɒŋɡ(ə)liz(ə)m/n. offens. [冒犯] = DOWN'S SYNDROME [MONGOL + -ISM, because its physical characteristics were thought to be reminiscent of Mongolians]■ Usage 用法说明 The term Down's syndrome is now much preferred to mongolism which can cause offence. 现在多用 Down's syndrome, 而不太用 mongolism, 因为它可能会冒犯他人。 |