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demonstrative

/dɪmɑnstrətɪv/

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1 · adjective

showing feelings openly

感情外露的；善于表达的

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Her demonstrative family greeted every visitor with a hug.

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她的家人热情外露，见到客人总要拥抱。

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Pronunciation: /dɪmɑnstrətɪv/

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