词汇 | wow |
词源 | Wow! As an exclamation of surprise, admiration, etc., wow derives from Scottish wow! meaning the same, an exclamation that dates back to the early 16th century. For some 10 years a wow has meant “something excellent,” and to wow has meant “to gain great approval,” especially from an audience. |
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