masc. proper name, in Old Testament second king of Israel and Judah and author of psalms, from Hebrew Dawidh, literally "darling, beloved friend." The name was common in England and Scotland by 12c., but much earlier in Wales. A nickname form was Dawe, hence surnames Dawson, Dawkins. A top 10 list name for boys born in the U.S. from 1934 to 1992.
雙語例句
1. I had to admire David's vow that he would leave the programme.
戴維發誓要離開這個項目，我不得不對他表示欽佩。
來自柯林斯例句
2. Captain David Clement and 150 commandos stormed the port this morning.
戴維·克萊門特上尉和150名突擊隊員今天早上對港口展開突襲。
來自柯林斯例句
3. David said nothing, but simply nodded, as if understanding perfectly.
戴維什么都沒說,只是點點頭,好像完全理解了.
來自柯林斯例句
4. Elizabeth David enthuses about the taste, fragrance and character of Provencal cuisine.
伊麗莎白·戴維對普羅旺斯菜肴的色香味津津樂道。
來自柯林斯例句
5. David was worried about major reorganisations taking place at work.