북반구 온대 지역에서 자라는 현삼과의 식물로, 대개 파란색이나 보라색 꽃이 이삭 모양으로 핀다.
A herbaceous plant of north temperate regions, typically with upright stems bearing narrow pointed leaves and spikes of blue or purple flowers.
예문:
"The garden was filled with the vibrant blue spikes of the veronica in early summer."
"Many species of veronica are used as ground cover in temperate climates."
성 베로니카가 예수의 얼굴을 닦아주었을 때 그 형상이 새겨졌다고 전해지는 수건 또는 그 성화.
A cloth or handkerchief supposedly impressed with an image of Jesus' face, associated with the legend of St. Veronica.
예문:
"The pilgrim knelt before the ancient veronica, moved by the faint image of the face."
"In Christian tradition, the veronica is a relic of the Passion of Christ."
투우사가 제자리에 서서 돌진하는 소를 향해 케이프를 천천히 휘둘러 피하는 동작.
A slow movement of the cape away from a charging bull by a matador who remains stationary.
예문:
"The matador executed a perfect veronica, drawing gasps of admiration from the crowd."
"A veronica requires immense courage and precise timing as the bull passes inches away."