"chalice" in Chinese (Simplified)
圣杯圣餐杯
Definition
圣杯是一种大型且常装饰性强的杯子,特别是在宗教仪式中使用,如基督教圣餐杯。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
通常用于正式或宗教、历史场合,常指基督教圣餐中的酒杯。偶尔也有比喻用法,如“圣杯”象征宝贵目标或“毒杯”象征有害的选择。不会用来指普通杯子。
Examples
The priest lifted the chalice during the ceremony.
牧师在仪式中举起了**圣杯**。
A chalice is often made of gold or silver.
**圣杯**常由金或银制成。
The museum displays an ancient chalice.
博物馆展出了一个古代的**圣杯**。
Many legends talk about the search for the Holy Chalice.
许多传说都讲述了寻找圣**杯**的故事。
He saw the old silver chalice on the altar and wondered about its history.
他在祭坛上看到那只古老的银**圣杯**,好奇它的历史。
Calling the new job offer a 'poisoned chalice' means it looks good but could bring trouble.
称新工作机会为“毒**杯**”意思是表面看起来好,实际上可能带来麻烦。