Definitions
n. Information that helps you solve a problem or understand something.
线索；提示
Example
The muddy footprints gave us a clue about the visitor.
泥脚印为我们了解那位访客提供了线索。
Ancient tools provide valuable clues about how early communities adapted to changes in their natural environment.
古代工具为研究早期群落如何适应自然环境的变化提供了宝贵线索。
Collocations
- a clue to
- provide clues
- not have a clue
Word family
- clueless (adj.)
Synonyms
- hint
- indication
Usage tip
a clue to中的to是介词，后接名词等。
FAQ
- What does clue mean?
- Information that helps you solve a problem or understand something.
- How is clue pronounced?
- UK /kluː/, US /kluː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
