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fourchette

/foor-shet/US // fʊərˈʃɛt //UK // (fʊəˈʃɛt) //

钥匙,钥匙孔,钥匙扣,钥匙串

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : Anatomy. the fold of skin that forms the posterior margin of the vulva.
    • : Ornithology. furcula; wishbone.
    • : Zoology. the frog of an animal's foot.
    • : a strip of leather or fabric joining the front and back sections of a glove finger.
    • : Chiefly Bridge. a tenace.

Examples

  • It served me for a second meal, a breakfast; but at this déjeuner sans fourchette I picked the bones.

  • Suppose I treat myself to a djeuner la fourchette of the right sort—why not?

  • The game to commence with the "luncheon interval," to be employed in discussing a djeuner la fourchette.

  • You still have in your hand what is vulgarly called the "fourchette," or alternate cards, to win the game with.

  • Then, as to that breakfast à la fourchette with Madam; if I remain, will you agree to tell me what is your business here?