This man was born at Leipsic, in 1694, and finally 
attained1 the height of eight feet. He travelled through Europe, being exhibited as a giant. He went to England in 1733, where he attracted attention by his great size, his enormous head and face, and his fantastic 
attire2. His hand measured a foot, and his finger nine inches. He died in London, in 1734, 
aged3 40.
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     attained 
      
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    | (通常经过努力)实现( attain的过去式和过去分词 ); 达到; 获得; 达到(某年龄、水平、状况) | 
  
  
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            - She has attained the degree of Master of Arts. 她已获得文学硕士学位。 
 
            - Lu Hsun attained a high position in the republic of letters. 鲁迅在文坛上获得崇高的地位。 
 
             
     
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     attire 
      
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    | v.穿衣,装扮[同]array;n.衣着;盛装 | 
  
  
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            - He had no intention of changing his mode of attire.他无意改变着装方式。
 
            - Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire.他那奇特的服装引起了她的注意。
 
             
     
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     aged 
      
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    | adj.年老的,陈年的 | 
  
  
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            - He had put on weight and aged a little.他胖了,也老点了。
 
            - He is aged,but his memory is still good.他已年老,然而记忆力还好。
 
             
     
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