workhorse
US /ˈwɝːk.hɔːrs/
UK /ˈwɜːk.hɔːs/
名詞
1.
役馬, 挽馬
a horse used for work, especially for pulling heavy loads or for farm work
範例:
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The farmer used a strong workhorse to plow the fields.
農民用一匹強壯的役馬耕地。
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Draft horses are often referred to as workhorses.
挽馬通常被稱為役馬。
2.
勞模, 主力設備
a person or thing that performs consistently and reliably, especially in a demanding role or situation
範例:
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She's a real workhorse in the office, always taking on extra tasks.
她是辦公室裡真正的勞模，總是承擔額外任務。
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This old printer is a reliable workhorse; it never breaks down.
這台舊印表機是一台可靠的主力設備；它從不壞。