byword
n
1 ~ for sth person or thing considered to be a notable or typical example of a quality 代表某种品性的人或事物
His name has becomea byword for cruelty. 他的名字成了残酷无情的别称.
The firm is a byword for excellence. 这家商号是优质的保证.
2 common saying or expression 俗语; 谚语.
🗣️ 情景例句
Mary, this is Stone's brother Jim.
玛丽,这是世通的兄弟吉姆。
None preaches better than the ant, and she says nothing.
蚂蚁不说话,但最善于说教。
It is much cheaper to post or email a long report than to fax it.