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Benedick Meaning in English

word

ˈbɛnədɪk
BEN-uh-dik
ˈbɛnɪdɪk
BEN-i-dik

释义

A 'benedick' is an old-fashioned or literary word for a man who has recently married, or sometimes any married man, especially one who was expected to remain single.

用法与细微差别

This term is rare and mostly found in literature, especially related to Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing.' It's mildly humorous or ironic, often about men who once insisted they'd never marry. Not used in modern speech.

例句

He became a benedick after years of saying he would never marry.

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In stories, a benedick is often a man who finally gets married against his will.

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Shakespeare’s play made the term benedick famous.

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Everyone was shocked when the famous bachelor finally turned benedick.

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He jokes about being a benedick, but he loves married life.

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After years of wild parties, Mark joined the ranks of the benedicks.

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