"dirk" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 苏格兰匕首

Definition

dirk 是一种长而直的刀，传统上由苏格兰高地人作为个人武器携带。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

“dirk” 是一个历史性或特殊领域用词，多用来指苏格兰传统文化和服饰。现代生活中较少见，一般称为“匕首”或“刀”更常用。

Examples

The Scottish warrior carried a dirk at his side.

苏格兰战士腰间带着一把**苏格兰匕首**。

A dirk is longer than a typical knife.

**苏格兰匕首**比普通刀要长。

He showed me his collection of antique dirks.

他向我展示了他收藏的古董**苏格兰匕首**。

The kilt was complete with a dirk tucked into his belt.

这条苏格兰裙配上一把插在皮带里的**苏格兰匕首**才算齐全。

You rarely see a dirk outside of museums these days.

如今很少能在博物馆外见到**苏格兰匕首**。

Legend says the clan chief's dirk was passed down for generations.

传说中族长的**苏格兰匕首**代代相传。