词汇 | from the old school |
释义 | from the old schoolHaving views or subscribing to values or traditions from an earlier era. Typically describes one who is resistant to change or new ways of doing things. John is from the old school—he still believes in the effectiveness of corporal punishment. My grandmother is from the old school, so she would never make gravy with something out of a jar. from the old schooland of the old schoolFig. holding attitudes or ideas that were popular and important in the past, but which are no longer considered relevant or in line with modern trends. (See also of the old school) Grammar is not taught much now, but fortunately my son has a teacher from the old school. Aunt Jane is from the old school. She never goes out without wearing a hat and gloves. |
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