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clapperclaw

US // (ˈklæpəˌklɔː) //

爪子,爪爪,爪牙,钳子

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Definitions

v.动词 verb
  1. 1

    archaic

    • : to claw or scratch with the hands and nails
    • : to revile; abuse

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Examples

  • In the race of fashion the resolute and active De Mogyns has passed the poor old Clapperclaw.

  • Certain it is, that between her and Miss Clapperclaw, on the first floor, the poor wenches lead a dismal life.

  • "I never knew a woman who was constantly bullied by her husband who did not like him the better for it," Miss Clapperclaw says.

  • "Hold your tongue, sir," said Miss Clapperclaw, tossing up her virgin head with an indignant blush on her nose.

  • Miss Clapperclaw says he acted pretty well, and that I only joke about him because I am envious, and wanted to act a part myself.