사람들에게 장점을 설득하기 위해 무언가를 요란하게 선전하거나 추천하다.
To praise or publicize something loudly or persistently to persuade people of its merits.
예문:
"The startup's new software is being touted as the next big thing in artificial intelligence."
"Critics tout the young actress as a future Oscar winner."
사업, 고객, 또는 투표를 끈질기거나 공격적인 방식으로 권유하거나 호객하다.
To solicit business, customers, or votes in a persistent or aggressive manner.
예문:
"Street vendors were touting for business near the entrance of the crowded market."
"He spent the entire afternoon touting his handmade crafts to disinterested passersby."
이익을 남기기 위해 행사 티켓을 구매한 뒤 훨씬 높은 가격에 되파는 사람.
A person who buys tickets for an event and resells them at a much higher price to make a profit.
예문:
"We had to buy tickets from a tout because the concert had been sold out for months."
"Police were stationed outside the stadium to catch ticket touts before the final match."
경찰이나 당국에 불법 활동에 관한 비밀 정보를 제공하는 사람.
A person who provides secret information to the police or authorities about illegal activities.
예문:
"He was branded a tout after it was discovered he had been talking to the authorities."
"In certain neighborhoods, being a police tout is considered a dangerous betrayal."