status symbol
英 [ˈsteitəs ˈsimbəl] 美 [ˈstetəs ˈsɪmbəl]

n.

社会地位象征；

变形

复数：status symbols

英英释义

Status symbol

• A status symbol is a perceived visible, external denotation of one's social position and perceived indicator of economic or social status. Many luxury goods are often considered status symbols.

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双语例句

1. He only bought the yacht as a status symbol he hates sailing.
   他买游艇只是为了显示身分--其实他根本不喜欢玩游艇。

权威例句

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