호적
A device that makes a loud, prolonged sound as a signal or warning, often used on emergency vehicles.
예문:
"The fire truck sped down the street, its siren blaring loudly to clear traffic."
"We heard the distant wail of a police siren approaching the scene of the accident."
"The factory installed a new emergency siren that tests every Monday at noon."
바다 요정
In Greek mythology, each of a number of women or winged creatures whose beautiful singing lured unwary sailors onto rocks.
예문:
"Odysseus had his crew plug their ears with wax to resist the deadly song of the Sirens."
"The ancient texts describe the Sirens dwelling on an island surrounded by the bones of their victims."
"Their enchanting voices were the most dangerous weapon the Sirens possessed against passing ships."
매혹적인 미녀
A woman who is considered to be alluring or fascinating but also dangerous in some way; a femme fatale.
예문:
"She was known as a Hollywood siren whose beauty captivated and ruined many powerful men."
"He found himself drawn to the mysterious siren, despite the warnings from his friends."
"The novel portrays the protagonist's wife as a dangerous siren, constantly manipulating those around her."
사이렌과
An eel-like American amphibian (genus Siren) with tiny forelimbs, no hind limbs, small eyes, and external gills, typically living in muddy pools.
예문:
"The greater siren, a species of aquatic salamander, can grow up to a meter in length."
"Sirens are unusual amphibians because they retain external gills throughout their lives."
"Researchers studied the siren's ability to burrow into mud and survive periods of drought."