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gaskin

/gas-kin/US // ˈgæs kɪn //UK // (ˈɡæskɪn) //

加斯金,加斯金斯,加斯基恩

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : the part of the hind leg of a horse, or other hoofed mammal, between the stifle and the hock.
    • : gaskins, Obsolete. hose or breeches; galligaskins.

Examples

  • She is the only midwife for whom an obstetric maneuver has been named (Gaskin maneuver).

  • Midwives in this country may be rare, but they hold the key to improving maternal health, says Ina May Gaskin.

  • Mrs. Gaskin's designs for children's books show a quaint fancy and ornamental feeling characteristic of the school.

  • Before Leonard could reach any sort of decision, Gaskin rang his gong for dinner.

  • At Gaskin's announcement, bedlam broke loose among the diners.

  • Madden knew that Gaskin would continue to bob and thank as long as he had strength to do either.

  • At that moment, Gaskin entered the door with suppressed excitement showing through his usually imperturbable manner.