one-trick pony
noun
UK/ˌwʌn.trɪk ˈpəʊ.ni/
US/ˌwʌn.trɪk ˈpoʊ.ni/
Definitions of one-trick pony noun
- Countable(可数名词)informal(非正式)
A person or thing that is proficient in only one area or activity; having limited abilities or uses.
指仅擅长于单一技能或用途的人或事物。
His speech was excellent, but he might just be a one-trick pony.
他的演讲很精彩，但他可能只是个一招半式的人。
This software is easy to use but has limited functionality, it's somewhat of a one-trick pony.
这款软件使用起来很简单，但功能有限，有点像是只会一招的马戏团小马。
While she's an excellent sprinter, she's a bit of a one-trick pony when it comes to other sports.
虽然她是个优秀的短跑运动员，但在其他运动项目上，她有点像是一招半式的人。