barnacle
n
small shellfish that attaches itself to objects under water, eg rocks or the bottoms of ships 藤壶(附著於水下物体如岩石或船底的小甲壳动物)
(fig 比喻) He clung to his mother like a barnacle, ie followed her closely everywhere. 他形影不离地跟著母亲.
🗣️ 情景例句
Yes. But could you wait one minute?
是的。不过, 你能等一下吗?
The devil can cite the Scriptures for his purpose.