중추 신경계를 억제하여 진정 효과를 내는 약물.
A depressant or tranquilizing drug, such as a barbiturate, that reduces physiological or nervous activity.
예문:
"The doctor warned him about the dangers of mixing alcohol with downers."
"He had been taking downers to cope with his chronic insomnia."
사람의 기분을 우울하게 하거나 낙담시키는 불쾌한 경험이나 사람.
A person, situation, or experience that is depressing, dispiriting, or unpleasant.
예문:
"I don't want to be a downer, but I don't think this plan will work."
"Hearing about the budget cuts was a real downer for the entire team."
질병이나 부상으로 인해 스스로 일어서지 못하는 가축.
A farm animal, especially a cow, that is unable to stand up due to illness or injury.
예문:
"The farmer had to call the vet to examine the downer cow in the barn."
"Strict regulations prevent downer cattle from entering the food supply chain."
지속적인 실패나 부진이 이어지는 시기나 상태.
A period or state of consistent failure, decline, or lack of success.
예문:
"After losing three games in a row, the team is definitely on a downer."
"The stock market has been on a bit of a downer lately."