2009년 7월 7일 화요일

smack of, smack(2)

3. VERB
If one thing smacks of another thing that you consider bad, it reminds you of it or is like it.
  • The engineers' union was unhappy with the motion, saying it smacked of racism.
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smack(2) :
n.
1(a). A distinctive flavor or taste. 1(b). A suggestion or trace.
2. A small amount; a smattering.
intr.v.
1. To have a distinctive flavor or taste. Used with of.
2. To give an indication; be suggestive. Often used with of:
  • "an agenda that does not smack of compromise" (Time).

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