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labyrinth

/ˈlæbərɪnθ/
lab · y · rinth ˈlæb · ə · rɪnθ
English Definition
n. maze complex network
中文释义
迷宫；错综复杂的事物
Significado en Español
laberinto
한국어 뜻
미로
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
mê cung
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Example Sentence

We got lost in the labyrinth of narrow streets.

我们在狭窄街道的迷宫中迷路了。

Synonyms
maze tangle
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
From Greek Labyrinthos “labyrinth” (Minotaur legend)→ labyrinth, maze.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the word that is most similar in meaning to labyrinth.

  1. A maze
  2. B bridge
  3. C tunnel
  4. D cavern
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A — maze. “labyrinth” means n. maze complex network

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The ancient castle was a confusing ______ of twisting halls and staircases.

  1. A labyrinth
  2. B highway
  3. C meadow
  4. D clearing
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A — labyrinth. “labyrinth” means n. maze complex network

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Common questions about “labyrinth”

What does “labyrinth” mean?

labyrinth — n. maze complex network. In Chinese: 迷宫；错综复杂的事物.

How do you pronounce “labyrinth”?

labyrinth is pronounced /ˈlæbərɪnθ/. It breaks into 3 syllables: lab · y · rinth.

How do you use “labyrinth” in a sentence?

We got lost in the labyrinth of narrow streets. (我们在狭窄街道的迷宫中迷路了。)

What are synonyms for “labyrinth”?

maze, tangle — all close in meaning to labyrinth (n. maze complex network).

Is “labyrinth” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. labyrinth appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “labyrinth”?

From Greek Labyrinthos “labyrinth” (Minotaur legend)→ labyrinth, maze.

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