尘
dust; earthly world
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
dust; fine particles of earth
Refers to small particles of dirt or earth that float in the air or settle on surfaces.
A layer of dust has accumulated on the table.
Please use the vacuum cleaner to clean the dust on the floor.
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After the strong wind, there was sand and dust everywhere.
Her room is so clean that not a speck of dust can be found.
When sunlight shines through the window, you can see tiny dust particles floating in the air.
noun
the mortal world; earthly affairs
literaryA literary term referring to the material world or mundane society, often with a somewhat negative connotation when contrasted with spiritual or transcendent realms.
Tired of the mortal world, he decided to retreat to the mountains.
This eminent monk has long seen through earthly attachments and achieved emptiness.
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Her poetry is full of reflections on mundane society.
The temple is built on the mountaintop, far from the hustle and bustle of the mortal world.
Although he lives in the mortal world, he maintains inner purity.