대리석; 변성암; 건축재
A hard crystalline metamorphic rock, typically white with streaks of color, that is capable of taking a high polish and is widely used in sculpture and building.
예문:
"The ancient Greek temples were constructed using high-quality white marble imported from nearby quarries."
"We chose a dark green marble countertop for the kitchen renovation because of its durability and beauty."
구슬; 유리알; 장난감
A small, usually spherical piece of colored glass, stone, or clay used as a toy, especially in a children's game.
예문:
"He keeps his collection of rare marbles, including a prized agate, in a velvet pouch."
"The children spent the afternoon trading marbles and playing games in the dirt."
제정신; 분별력; 지적능력
One's mental faculties or sanity, typically used in the idiom 'lose one's marbles'.
예문:
"After working 60 hours straight without sleep, I think I’m starting to lose my marbles."
"She must have lost her marbles if she thinks that ridiculous plan will actually work."
무늬넣다; 대리석화하다; 얼룩지게하다
To color or streak (a surface, especially paper or fabric) so that it resembles the variegated pattern of marble.
예문:
"The artisan carefully marbled the edges of the book with beautiful swirling colors before binding it."
"The old wooden floor was naturally marbled with streaks of dark water damage and moss."