brass

metal(金屬)

1. C1Uncountable(不可數名詞)

   A lustrous yellow-colored metal alloy composed of copper and zinc.

   黃銅

   • The doorknobs are crafted from solid brass.

     門把手是用實心黃銅製成的。

   • The base of the statue is made of brass.

     雕像的底座是由黃銅製成的。

   • This musical instrument is made of brass and produces a unique sound.

     這件樂器是由黃銅製成的，能發出獨特的聲音。

2. Countable(可數名詞)

   A flat piece of brass, often found in churches, that is engraved with commemorative images or inscriptions.

   （教堂地面或牆壁上刻有圖畫或文字的）黃銅紀念牌

   • This church contains many antique brasses, documenting the local history.

     這座教堂裡有許多古老的黃銅紀念牌，記錄了當地的歷史。

   • They found a brass with the family crest on the church floor.

     他們在教堂地板上發現了一塊刻有家族徽章的黃銅紀念牌。

   • The brass commemorates the war hero.

     這塊黃銅紀念牌是為了紀念這位戰爭英雄。

confidence(自信)

1. Uncountable(不可數名詞)informal(非正式)

   A state of extreme self-confidence and fearlessness; impudence or audacity.

   高度自信、無所畏懼；厚臉皮

   • She had the brass to make such an unreasonable request during the meeting.

     她在會議中竟有膽量提出如此不合理的要求。

   • He had the brass to ask for a raise, even though his performance was poor.

     他竟有臉要求加薪，儘管他的表現很差。

   • I admire his brass to speak in front of a large crowd.

     我佩服他敢在眾人面前發言的勇氣。

money(金錢)

1. Uncountable(不可數名詞)old-fashioned(過時)

   Money.

   金錢

1. Before noun(前置形容詞)

   Relating to musical instruments made of metal that are played by blowing air into them.

   黃銅樂器的

   • French horns and trumpets are both brass instruments.

     法國號和小號都是黃銅樂器。

   • A brass quintet will perform at the concert.

     一個黃銅五重奏將在音樂會上表演。

   • The school band is known for its excellent brass performances.

     學校樂團以其出色的黃銅樂器表演而聞名。