Hoodoo Meaning in English
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释义
Hoodoo can refer to a traditional African American folk magic practice, or to a tall, thin rock formation shaped by erosion.
用法与细微差别
As folk magic, 'hoodoo' is distinct from 'voodoo'—the first is American, the second Haitian/West African. As a geological term, it appears in contexts like 'Bryce Canyon is famous for its hoodoos.' Informal use can also mean 'bad luck' (as in 'hoodooed'). Context makes the meaning clear.
例句
Some people believe in the power of hoodoo.
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We saw a tall hoodoo in the desert.
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He thinks hoodoo can bring good luck.
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Bryce Canyon is famous for its colorful hoodoos.
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He joked that someone put a hoodoo on his car because it keeps breaking down.
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Exploring the desert, we found a field of strange hoodoos jutting out of the landscape.
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