法
law; method; standard; imitate; Buddhist doctrine; magic; France; farad
Meanings
9 senses · 45 examplesnoun
law; legal system; statute
formalRefers to the system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties.
We should abide by laws and regulations.
This act is illegal.
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The judge is hearing this case.
Governing the country according to law is the basic strategy of the state.
He was arrested according to law for committing a crime.
noun
method; way; means
Refers to a particular way of doing something.
We need to find a way to solve this problem.
This method is very effective.
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He completed the task using his own method.
When we can't think of a solution, we can ask the teacher for advice.
There's no good way to handle this matter.
adjective
standard; model; exemplary
literaryDescribes something that serves as a standard or model to be followed.
His calligraphy works can be called a model.
This book is a model for academic research.
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His behavior has set an example for us.
This approach is worth learning from.
If you take the best as your model, you'll only achieve the average.
verb
to imitate; to follow; to learn from
formalTo follow or imitate a model or example.
We should follow the virtues of ancient sages.
His approach is worth learning from and following.
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This artist drew inspiration from nature and created many excellent works.
We should follow advanced experience to improve work efficiency.
He is determined to follow the example of his predecessors and contribute to society.
noun
Buddhist doctrine; Dharma
religiousRefers to the teachings of the Buddha in Buddhism.
He has done a lot of research on Buddhist doctrine.
Buddhist doctrine teaches people to be compassionate.
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This eminent monk is preaching Buddhist doctrine.
He believes that Buddhist doctrine can bring peace of mind.
The Buddhist doctrine is boundless and delivers all living beings.
noun
magic; sorcery; magical arts
literaryRefers to magical or supernatural powers or practices.
It is said that this Taoist priest knows many magical arts.
He used magic to conjure up a rabbit.
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In this story, wizards often engage in magical duels.
Ordinary people believe that magic can drive away evil spirits and avoid disasters.
He learned some simple magical arts.
noun
surname Fa
Refers to the Chinese surname Fa.
His surname is Fa, and he is my good friend.
Mr. Fa is the manager of our company.
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Do you know Teacher Fa?
The surname Fa is not very common in China.
Classmate Fa didn't come to class today.
noun
France
Refers to the country France.
I want to travel to France.
French is one of the most beautiful languages in the world.
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He is studying French.
The capital of France is Paris.
This restaurant is famous for its French cuisine.
measure word
farad (unit of capacitance)
technicalA unit of electrical capacitance in the International System of Units (SI).
The capacitance of this capacitor is 1 farad.
We need a 10-farad capacitor.
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This circuit requires 2 farads of capacitance.
One farad is equal to one coulomb per volt.
The capacitance of this battery is 5 farads.