shibboleth
(noun)
/ˈʃɪbəleθ/
Giải nghĩa:
An old word, phrase, or way of speaking that is only known or used by certain groups of people.
An old word, phrase, or way of speaking that is only known or used by certain groups of people.
Ví dụ:
The phrase was a shibboleth to identify members of the group.
The phrase was a shibboleth to identify members of the group.
shibboleth
(noun)
/ˈʃɪbəleθ/
Giải nghĩa:
A custom or belief that people use to distinguish themselves from others.
A custom or belief that people use to distinguish themselves from others.
Ví dụ:
Refusal to consume alcohol has become a shibboleth for the health-conscious.
Refusal to consume alcohol has become a shibboleth for the health-conscious.
Cách sử dụng
'Shibboleth' refers to a word, phrase, or custom that is used by a particular group of people and can be seen as a sign of belonging. It can also mean a distinguishing characteristic or a test of true membership. For example, in a group of friends who like a specific musician, mentioning that musician's lesser-known songs could be considered a shibboleth as it shows that you are a true fan. In a larger context, certain words or accents can be considered shibboleths and can be used to identify a person's geographic location or social status.
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