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elfin

/ˈɛlfɪn/

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noun

精灵，小精灵.

An elf; an inhabitant of fairy-land.

Examples :

"The elfin child giggled, pointing at the tiny, glowing mushrooms in the garden. "

那个小精灵般的孩子咯咯地笑着，指着花园里那些微小发光的蘑菇。

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noun

小精灵，小淘气，小家伙

A little urchin or child.

Examples :

"The playground was filled with elfins, their laughter echoing as they chased each other. "

操场上到处都是小淘气，他们互相追逐，笑声回荡。

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noun

小灰蝶，灰蝶亚属，北美灰蝶

Any of the butterflies in the subgenus Incisalia of the North American lycaenid genus Callophrys.

Examples :

"The butterfly expert identified the elfin as a rare species. "

蝴蝶专家鉴定出这只北美灰蝶亚属的小灰蝶，确认它是一个稀有品种。

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adjective

小巧玲珑，精灵般的。

Relating to or resembling an elf or elves, especially in its tiny size or features.

Examples :

"The little girl had an elfin face, with delicate features and bright, curious eyes. "

那个小女孩长着一张精灵般的小脸，五官精致，眼睛明亮好奇。

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