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vampire

/ˈvæmpaɪr/

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1 · noun

a fictional creature that feeds on blood

吸血鬼

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The children dressed as a vampire for the school play.
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孩子们在学校演出中扮成吸血鬼。
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Pronunciation: /ˈvæmpaɪr/

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