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yarn

/jɑːn/ /jɑɹn/

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noun

线，纱线。

A twisted strand of fiber used for knitting or weaving.

Examples :

"My grandmother used colorful yarn to knit a cozy scarf for me. "

我的奶奶用彩色的纱线为我织了一条暖和的围巾。

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noun

线，纱线

Bundles of fibers twisted together, and which in turn are twisted in bundles to form strands, which in their turn are twisted or plaited to form rope.

Examples :

"The thick, strong yarn used to make the ship's ropes was crucial for sailing. "

用于制作船用缆绳的粗壮纱线对于航行至关重要。

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noun

奇谈，故事，趣闻

A story, a tale, especially one that is incredible.

Examples :

"My grandfather always tells the best yarn about his fishing adventures; they're probably exaggerated, but they're very entertaining. "

我爷爷总是喜欢讲他那些钓鱼经历的奇谈怪事，虽然可能有些夸张，但非常有趣。

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verb

讲故事, 闲聊。

To tell a story or stories.

Examples :

"My grandfather loves to yarn about his adventures in the army. "

我爷爷特别喜欢讲他在军队里当兵的那些故事。

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