waste away (B2)
カタカナ: ウェィスト・アウェイ
IPA: /weɪst əˈweɪ/
Definition
Gradually become weaker and thinner, often due to chronic illness, lack of nutrition, or prolonged emotional distress.
意味: 病気や栄養不足、あるいは長引く精神的苦痛などが原因で、徐々に体が弱り、痩せ細っていくこと。
Examples / 例文
The neglected plants began to waste away in the dark corner of the room. — The neglected plants began to waste away in the dark corner of the room.
Without proper medical care, the patient started to waste away rapidly. — Without proper medical care, the patient started to waste away rapidly.
He watched his savings waste away as he struggled to find steady employment. — He watched his savings waste away as he struggled to find steady employment.
Waste away の日本語訳
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