骨
bone; framework; character
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
bone; hard tissue of skeleton
Refers to the hard tissue forming the skeleton of humans and animals, can also refer to the hard part of certain objects.
Humans have 206 bones.
The bone in this pork rib is very soft.
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He broke his leg bone.
Bone soup is very nutritious.
You need to be careful with fish spines and fish bones.
noun
framework; supporting structure
formalUsed to describe the rigid supporting structure of man-made objects or natural organisms.
This bridge was built with steel-reinforced concrete.
The steel framework is a key part of construction work.
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One of the umbrella ribs was broken by the wind.
The framework of the tent was bent under the weight of heavy snow.
The keel structure of the glass curtain wall is very stable.
noun
character; moral quality; spirit
neutralUsed to describe a person's moral character, integrity, or unique temperament.
He is a man with integrity.
This treacherous official is full of servility.
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This great hero has a chivalrous heart and a tender soul.
Her calligraphy carries the scholarly integrity and temperament.
The unyielding integrity of the revolutionary martyrs is admirable.