Definition
- C2
To reject something because one believes it is not good enough or of insufficient quality.
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She turned her nose up at the used car, saying she would only drive a brand new one.
她对那辆二手车嗤之以鼻，说她只会开全新的车。
He turned his nose up at the simple lunch I prepared, wanting something more elaborate.
他对我准备的简单午餐嗤之以鼻，想要更精致的食物。
They turned their noses up at the only restaurant in town and ended up going hungry.
他们对镇上唯一的餐厅嗤之以鼻，结果饿着肚子离开了。