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eclectic

/ɪkˈlɛktɪk/

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1 · adjective

drawn from many different styles

兼收并蓄的

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Her eclectic collection includes folk art and modern sculpture.
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她兼收并蓄的收藏包括民间艺术和现代雕塑。
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Pronunciation: /ɪkˈlɛktɪk/

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