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plebeian

/pliˈbiːən/

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noun

平民，百姓

A member of the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome.

Examples :

"The senator, despite his expensive suit, claimed to remember his roots as a plebeian, growing up in a small apartment. "

这位参议员，即使穿着昂贵的西装，还是声称记得自己作为平民的出身，在小公寓里长大。

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noun

百姓，平民，下等人。

A commoner, particularly a low, vulgar person.

Examples :

"Despite his wealth, John's rude manners and tasteless jokes often made him seem like a plebeian. "

虽然约翰很有钱，但他粗鲁的举止和庸俗的笑话常常让他看起来像个没教养的粗人。

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adjective

平民的，百姓的。

Of or concerning the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome.

Examples :

"The museum exhibit displayed both the emperor's lavish jewelry and the simple, plebeian clothing worn by ordinary Roman farmers. "

博物馆的展览既展示了皇帝奢华的珠宝，也展示了普通罗马农民穿着的朴素的平民服装。

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adjective

平民的，百姓的

Of or concerning the common people.

Examples :

"The restaurant's plain decor and affordable prices catered to a plebeian taste. "

这家餐厅朴素的装修和平民的价格迎合了大众的口味。

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adjective

平民的，粗俗的，庸俗的

Common, particularly vulgar, crude, coarse, uncultured.

Examples :

"The new student's plebeian mannerisms made him unpopular with the other students. "

那个新来的学生举止粗俗，所以不受其他同学欢迎。

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