波
wave; vibration; disturbance; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 17 examplesnoun
wave; ripple
Refers to ripples or large waves on the surface of water.
Thin ripples spread across the lake surface.
The small boat swayed gently in the waves.
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The sea breeze stirred up layers of waves.
Going with the flow is a passive attitude towards life.
The wind blew across the water, leaving a single wave mark.
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wave (physics)
technicalTechnical term for physics, refers to the transmission of vibration without moving the medium itself.
Sound waves are a common type of mechanical wave.
Radio waves are a type of electromagnetic wave.
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Transverse waves and longitudinal waves are two basic forms of wave motion.
Water waves are composite waves of transverse and longitudinal waves.
Seismic waves can trigger strong ground vibrations.
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disturbance; twist of events
Used figuratively to describe unexpected changes or conflicts in a situation.
A disturbance arose in the middle of this matter.
Another disturbance broke out during the negotiation process.
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One wave not yet calmed, another rose, catching us off guard.
This wedding caused quite a stir.
The company's personnel changes stirred up a wave of unrest.
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surname Bo
Used as a family name in China.
Mr. Bo is our new colleague.
The surname Bo originated from the name of an ancient fief.