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.
這匹賽馬的父親是一匹著名的冠軍。
A respectful way to address a king.
The people bowed before the king and addressed him as 'sire'.
人們在國王面前鞠躬,並稱呼他為「陛下」。
To be the father of an animal, especially a horse.
The stallion will sire many strong foals this season.
這匹種馬將在這個季節孕育出許多強壯的小馬駒。
To become the father of a child.
When they got married, they hoped to sire a large family.
他們結婚時,希望有一個大家庭。