دیکشنری فارسی

agony aunt

ریشه و کاربرد

ریشه

From 'agony', meaning 'intense suffering', and 'aunt', used here to suggest a kind, understanding relative. Originated in the early 20th century.

مثال

  • She writes the Agony Aunt column for the local newspaper.
  • I always read the Agony Aunt section in the magazine.
  • She became the nation's favourite Agony Aunt with her sensible advice.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Agony Aunt column Agony Aunt advice Agony Aunt letter

تعریف انگلیسی

noun
  1. a newspaper columnist who answers questions and offers advice on personal problems to people who write in

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