| 释义 |
carry a torch or carry the torchv. phr.1To show great and unchanging loyalty to a cause or a person. (对某人或某事业)忠心耿耿,始终不渝。◆ Although the others gave up fighting for their rights, John continued to carry the torch.虽然其他人放弃了争取自身权利的斗争,但约翰却始终不渝。2informal To be in love, usually without success or return. 〖非正式〗爱上;对…害单相思。◆ He is carrying a torch for Anna, even though she is in love with someone else.他痴恋着安娜,尽管她爱着别人。 |