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mermaid

/ˈmɝˌmeɪd/

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a mythical creature half woman and half fish

美人鱼

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A painted mermaid decorated the bow of the old boat.
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那艘老船的船头画着一条美人鱼。
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Pronunciation: /ˈmɝˌmeɪd/

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