sire
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/ˈsaɪər/
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/ˈsaɪə(r)/
A father, especially of an animal like a horse.
The racehorse's sire was a famous champion.
这匹赛马的父亲是一匹著名的冠军。
A respectful way to address a king.
The people bowed before the king and addressed him as 'sire'.
人们在国王面前鞠躬,并称呼他为“陛下”。
To be the father of an animal, especially a horse.
The stallion will sire many strong foals this season.
这匹种马将在这个季节孕育出许多强壮的小马驹。
To become the father of a child.
When they got married, they hoped to sire a large family.
他们结婚时,希望有一个大家庭。