Значение идиомы ten gallon hat

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1. Перевод слова gallonGallon — галлон Перевод слова Per gall pounds per gallon — число фунтов на галлон allow a gallon for leakage — скинуть галлон на утечку cost per gallon — стоимость одного галлона The flask holds one Gallon. Фляга вмещает в себя один галлон. We drank Gallons of coffee. Мы выпили литры кофе. The car gets ... Читать далее...
2. Shopping for a HatChristine: What do you think of this one? Eric: We’re here to buy hats To protect us from the sun while we’re on vacation. Do you think a Beret will do that? Christine: No, but it looks great on me, don’t you think? Isn’t it great to be getting away to the beach in the ... Читать далее...
3. Shopping for a HatChristine: What do you think of this one? Eric: We’re here to buy hats To protect us from the sun while we’re on vacation. Do you think a Beret will do that? Christine: No, but it looks great on me, don’t you think? Isn’t it great to be getting away to the beach in the ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы wear out one’s welcome[wear out one’s welcome] {v. phr.}, {informal} To visit somewheretoo long or come back too often so that you are not welcome any more. The Smith children have worn out their welcome at our house becausethey never want to go home. This hot weather has worn out itswelcome with us....
5. Значение идиомы wear thin[wear thin] {v.} 1. To become thin from use, wearing, or thepassing of time. My old pair of pants has worn thin at the knees. This old dime has worn very thin. 2. To grow less, or lessinteresting; decrease. The joke began to wear thin when you heardit too many times. The teacher’s patience began ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы hats off to[hats off to] or [one’s hat is off to] {truncated phr.}, {informal}Used to recognize and praise a job well-done. Hats off to anyonewho runs the twenty-six mile race. My hat is off to the chef whocreated this delicious meal. Compare: TAKE OFF ONE’S HAT TO....
7. Значение идиомы wear out[wear out] {v.} 1a. To use or wear until useless. Bobby got atoy truck that would run on a battery, and he used it so much that hesoon wore it out. The stockings are so worn out that they can’t bemended any more. Compare: GIVE OUT, USE UP. 1b. To become uselessfrom use or wear. ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы wear down[wear down], [wear off] or [wear away] {v.} 1. To remove ordisappear little by little through use, time, or the action ofweather. Time and weather have worn off the name on thegravestone. The eraser has worn off my pencil. The grass hasworn away from the path near the house. 2. To lessen; become lesslittle by ... Читать далее...
9. Перевод слова southwestSouthwest — Юго-Запад Перевод слова Southwest monsoon — юго-западный муссон southwest line — юго-западный профиль southwest quarter — юго-западная четверть These plants grow in the Southwest. Эти растения растут на юго-западе. He studied shards from antique pots made by the Pueblos of the Southwest. Он изучал осколки старинных горшков, сделанных индейцами юго-западных племен. He transferred ... Читать далее...
10. Значение идиомы wear well[wear well] {v.} 1. To continue to be satisfactory, useful, orliked for a long time. My old overcoat has worn very well. Their marriage has worn well. That author wears well. Compare:STAND UP. 2. To carry, accept, or treat properly or well. Grandfather wears his years well. Tommy has won many honors buthe wears them ... Читать далее...
11. Значение идиомы worse for wear[worse for wear] {adj. phr.} Not as good as new; worn out; damagedby use. — Used with «the». Her favorite tablecloth was beginning tolook the worse for wear. — Often used with «none» to mean: as good asnew. The doll was Mary’s favorite toy but it was none the worse forwear....
12. Значение идиомы what have you[what have you] or [what not] {n. phr.}, {informal} Whatever youlike or want; anything else like that. The store sells big ones, small ones, medium ones, or what have you. We found suits, coats, hats and what not in the closet. Syn.: AND SO FORTH....
13. Значение идиомы make fun of[make fun of] or [poke fun at] {v. phr.}, {informal} To joke about;laugh at; tease; mock. Men like to make fun of the trimmings onwomen’s hats. James poked fun at the new pupil because her speechwas not like the other pupils....
14. Перевод слова tallTall — высокий, длинный; хвастливый Перевод слова Tall woman — высокая женщина tall trees — высокие деревья tall talk — хвастовство; преувеличение How Tall are you? Какой у тебя рост? Do you go for Tall men? Тебе нравятся высокие мужчины? Jack was Tall and strong. Джек был высоким и сильным....
15. Значение идиомы all in[all in] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Very tired; exhausted. The players were all in after their first afternoon of practice. Syn.: PLAYED OUT, WORN OUT....
16. Значение идиомы all over[all over] {adv. phr.} 1. In every part; everywhere. He has a fever and aches all over. I have looked all over for my glasses. Compare: FAR AND WIDE. 2. {informal} In every way; completely. She is her mother all over. 3. {informal} Coming into very close physical contact, as during a violent fight; wrestling. ... Читать далее...
17. Значение идиомы give a wide berth[give a wide berth] {v. phr.} To keep away from; keep a safedistance from. Mary gave the barking dog a wide berth. Jackgave a wide berth to the fallen electric wires. After Tom got Bobinto trouble. Bob gave him a wide berth....
18. Значение идиомы Roman collar[Roman collar] {n.} The high, plain, white collar worn by priestsand clergymen. The man with the Roman collar is the newEpiscopalian preacher. Many Protestant churches do not requiretheir ministers to wear Roman collars....
19. People Around the WorldAs you know people from different countries don’t look the same. For example, people from countries such as Denmark, Norway and Sweden are usually tall. They have fair hair, blue eyes and a pale complexion. Most people in Mediterranean countries such as Italy, Spain and Greece are rather short. They have usually got black or ... Читать далее...
20. Значение идиомы far and wide[far and wide] {adv. phr.} Everywhere, in all directions. Thewind blew the papers far and wide. My old school friends arescattered far and wide now. The movie company looked far and widefor a boy to act the hero in the new movie. Compare: ALL OVER....
21. Значение идиомы feel out[feel out] {v.} To talk or act carefully with someone and find whathe thinks or can do. The pupils felt out the principal about aparty after the game. John felt out his father about letting himhave the car that evening. At first the boxers felt each otherout. Compare: SOUND OUT....
22. Значение идиомы wear the trousers[wear the trousers] or [wear the pants] {v. phr.}, {informal} Tohave a man’s authority; be the boss of a family or household. Mr. Wilson is henpecked by his wife; she wears the trousers in thatfamily. Mrs. Jones talks a lot but Mr. Jones wears the pants intheir house. Compare: RULE THE ROOST....
23. A tall woman met a midget at a partyA tall woman met a midget at a party. The midget was barely three feet tall but they were attracted to each other. After a few drinks they went back to the tall woman’s apartment. «I can’t imagine what it will be like making love to a midget,» said the woman, «especially with the size ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы hat[hat] See: AT THE DROP OF A HAT, BRASS HAT, HANG ON TO YOUR HAT orHOLD ON TO YOUR HAT or HOLD YOUR HAT, HIGH-HAT, KEEP UNDER ONE’S HAT, OLD HAT, PULL OUT OF A HAT, TAKE OFF ONE’S HAT TO, TALK THROUGH ONE’SHAT, TEN-GALLON HAT, THROW ONE’S HAT IN THE RING....
25. Значение идиомы pick out[pick out] {v.} 1. To choose. It took Mary a long time to pickout a dress at the store. 2. To see among others; recognize; tellfrom others. We could pick out different places in the city fromthe airplane. We could not pick Bob out in the big crowd. Syn.:MAKE OUT. 3. To find by examining ... Читать далее...
26. Фразовый глагол wear out (2) — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: wear out (2) Перевод: очень устать, изнуриться Пример: At the end of the day Julie was worn out. В конце дня Джули была изнурена....
27. Значение идиомы out from under[out from under] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Free from something thatworries you; seeing the end; finished. — Usually used with «be» or»get». Mary had so much to do in the new house she felt as thoughshe would never be out from under. John had so many debts, hecouldn’t get out from under....
28. Значение идиомы ask for[ask for] {v.}, {informal} To make likely to happen to you; bring upon yourself. Charles drives fast on worn-out tires; he is asking for trouble. The workman lost his job, but he asked for it by coming to work drunk several times. Compare: HAVE IT COMING, SERVE RIGHT, SIGN ONE’S OWN DEATH WARRANT....
29. Значение идиомы wash and wear[wash and wear] {adj.} Not needing to be ironed. — Refersespecially to synthetic and synthetic blend fabrics. Dick boughtthree wash and wear shirts to take on his trip. Sally’s dress ismade of a wash and wear fabric....
30. Democrats Republicans1. Democrats buy most of the books that have been banned somewhere. Republicans form censorship committees and read them as a group. 2. Republicans consume three-fourths of all the rutabaga produced in this country. The remainder is thrown out. 3. Republicans usually wear hats and always clean their paint brushes. 4. Democrats give their worn-out ... Читать далее...
31. Перевод слова wideWide — широкий, обширный Перевод слова Wide road — широкая дорога three feet wide — шириной в три фута wide knowledge — обширные познания wide interests — широкие интересы A Wide freedom, truly! Полная свобода, действительно! The door was Wide open. Дверь была распахнута настежь. He opened his eyes Wide. Он широко открыл глаза. Примеры ... Читать далее...
32. Значение идиомы come from far and wide[come from far and wide] {v. phr.} To originate or hail from many different places. The students at this university come from far and wide and speak many languages....
33. American CharacterТопик Американский характер рассказывает о том, что общение между представителями различных социальных слоев гораздо более свободное в Америке, чем, например, в Англии. Американцы стараются общаться с любым собеседником «на равных», считая это более демократичным. Англичане, наоборот, придерживаются более формального общения. Хотя, на юге США сохранились формы уважительного обращения к людям старшего возраста или занимающим высокое ... Читать далее...
34. Перевод идиомы cut a (wide) swath / cut a (wide) swathe, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: cut a (wide) swath / cut a (wide) swathe Перевод: привлечь всеобщее внимание, произвести впечатление, произвести фурор; пускать пыль в глаза; щеголять Пример: The man cuts a wide swath when he enters a room. Этот мужчина всегда привлекает всеобщее внимание, когда он входит в комнату. The new game is unusually inventive and has cut ... Читать далее...
35. Shopping for Warm-Weather ClothesSpencer: I would love to see you in this Outfit: a Tank top and a Miniskirt. Lauren: No way! I wouldn’t look anything like that Mannequin. I’m too shy and I’d Make a fool of myself wearing such Revealing clothes. Spencer: That’s where you’re wrong. You would look great on the beach in that outfit ... Читать далее...
36. Shopping for Warm-Weather ClothesSpencer: I would love to see you in this Outfit: a Tank top and a Miniskirt. Lauren: No way! I wouldn’t look anything like that Mannequin. I’m too shy and I’d Make a fool of myself wearing such Revealing clothes. Spencer: That’s where you’re wrong. You would look great on the beach in that outfit ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы all eyes[all eyes] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Wide-eyed with surprise or curiosity; watching very closely. — Used in the predicate. At the circus the children were all eyes....
38. Значение идиомы on the up and up[on the up and up] {adj. phr.}, {informal} Honest; trustworthy;sincere. We felt that he was honest and could be trusted. Thisinformation is on the up and up. Compare: ON THE LEVEL....
39. Перевод слова wearWear — носить, быть одетым Перевод слова To wear the brand of a traitor — носить клеймо предателя to wear a charm against evil spirits — носить амулет, защищающий от злых духов to wear a parachute — надевать парашют What size do you Wear? Какой размер вы носите? What should I Wear today? Что мне ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы jaw drop[jaw drop] or [jaw drop a mile] {informal} Mouth fall wide openwith surprise. — Used with a possessive. Tom’s jaw dropped a milewhen he won the prize....