hold forth

Related to word: hold

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to speak at length about a specific topic, often causing others to become uninterested.

    长篇大论,滔滔不绝

    • He held forth on the plan during the meeting, causing everyone to feel bored.

      他在会议上长篇大论地讲述这个计划,让每个人都感到无聊。

    • She loves to hold forth on her travel experiences at parties, which usually makes guests gradually lose interest.

      她喜欢在派对上滔滔不绝地讲述她的旅行经历,这通常让客人逐渐失去兴趣。

    • In class, the teacher held forth continuously, and the students began to find it hard to concentrate.

      在课堂上,老师不停地长篇大论,学生们开始觉得难以集中注意力。