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homely

/hoʊmli/

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1 · adjective

cozy and simple in British English; plain-looking in American English

温馨朴素的（英式）；相貌平平的（美式）

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In British English, a homely room feels warm and welcoming.
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在英式英语里，homely 用来形容房间温馨宜人。
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