marrow — the soft fatty substance in the cavities of bones, where blood cells are produced
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the soft fatty substance in the cavities of bones, where blood cells are produced
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmæroʊ/
Korean meaning: 골수, 뼈 속의 부드러운 지방질 물질
Korean pronunciation: **매**로우
Example Sentences
- The doctor said I need more iron because my bone marrow isn't working overtime like a lazy employee.
- She understood the marrow of quantum physics better than her professor.
- The cold wind chilled him to the marrow, making him regret wearing shorts in winter.
marrow
NOUN//ˈmæroʊ//
the soft fatty substance in the cavities of bones, where blood cells are produced
the soft fatty substance in the cavities of bones, where blood cells are produced
The arrow heals the sparrow's marrow!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 영어 'mearg'에서 유래하여 게르만어족의 공통 어근을 가지고 있습니다. 뼈 속 깊숙한 곳의 소중한 물질을 의미하다가 '핵심'이라는 비유적 의미로 확장되었습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The doctor said I need more iron because my bone marrow isn't working overtime like a lazy employee.”
“She understood the marrow of quantum physics better than her professor.”
“The cold wind chilled him to the marrow, making him regret wearing shorts in winter.”
“Bone marrow donation can save lives.”
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