单词 | Heath Robinson |
释义 | Heath Rob·in·sonBrE /ˌhiːθ ˈrɒbɪnsən/ NAmE /ˌhiːθ ˈrɑːbɪnsən/ (BrE ) (NAmE ˌRube ˈGold·berg ) adjective [only before noun ] (humorous ) (of machines and devices 机器和装置) having a very complicated design , especially when used to perform a very simple task ; not practical 结构过于复杂的;不实用的◆ a Heath Robinson contraption 复杂而不实用的装置 |
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