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gracious

/ɡreɪʃəs/

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1 · adjective

disposed to bestow favors

和蔼的；亲切的

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The host gave us a gracious welcome.
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主人热情周到地欢迎了我们。
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Pronunciation: /ɡreɪʃəs/

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