洪
great; flood; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesadjective
great; vast; big
Used to describe things of great scale, volume, or force. Often seen in compound words.
This river suffers from floods every year.
The big bell in the temple has a loud, resonant sound.
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This furnace can process a vast quantity of metal.
His speech was delivered with great momentum.
We have achieved great accomplishments.
noun
flood; great flood
Specifically refers to a large overflow of water, especially a natural disaster.
We must reinforce the dams to prevent floods.
This reservoir is used to store floodwaters.
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The engineers designed a flood diversion system.
The mountain flood that summer destroyed many houses.
After the flood, the village began reconstruction.
noun
surname Hong
A common Chinese surname.
Teacher Hong is our homeroom teacher.
Mr. Hong is a famous entrepreneur.
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Ms. Hong gave a speech at the conference.
There are many people with the surname Hong in this village.
The Hong family has a long history.