| 释义 |
be a devilA phrase intended to encourage someone to do something, especially something they are reluctant or unsure about. Primarily heard in UK. A: "Oh, be a devil and get dessert." B: "But what about my diet?" be a devil! said when encouraging someone to do something that they are hesitating to do. informalbe a ˈdevil (British English) said to encourage somebody to do something that they are not sure about doing: Go on, be a devil, Catherine! Buy yourself some new clothes for once! |