ostrichKK [ˈɔstrɪtʃ] ｜ /ˈɔstrɪtʃ/
GEPT 中高級
C1noun
The ostrich is a large flightless bird native to Africa, with two-toed feet and is the largest living bird species.
During the safari tour, we observed an ostrich majestically strutting across the open plain with its large two-toed feet and wings folded neatly at its side.
鴕鳥
C1noun
A commonly used expression, ’ostrich’ refers to a person who refuses to face reality or avoids acknowledging the real situation, which is inspired by the myth that ostriches hide their heads in the sand when threatened.
John knows he’s failing his classes, but he’s such an ostrich that he won’t listen to anyone who tries to help him improve his grades.
逃避現實者；鴕鳥心態的人