钝
blunt; dull-witted; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesadjective
blunt; not sharp
Used for tools, blades, or edged objects, can also be used in fixed phrases like 成败利钝.
This kitchen knife is blunt and needs to be sharpened.
The pencil tip has become dull, I need to sharpen it.
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The success or failure of this negotiation depends on the sincerity of both parties.
This pair of scissors will become dull after long use.
He deliberately sharpened the axe to keep it from going dull.
adjective
slow-witted; dull
Describes a person's intelligence, reaction speed, or manner, often used with adverbs to emphasize degree.
He is a bit slow-witted and always understands problems a step later than others.
My mind is a bit dull and needs time to digest new knowledge.
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He is slow-witted by nature and not good at quick communication with others.
The hands and feet of elderly people may become slow and inflexible.
This design is too clumsy and lacks flexibility.
noun
surname Dun
Used as a family name, rare in modern China.
Mr. Dun is a new colleague at our company.
I found records of the Dun surname in the Hundred Family Surnames.