咴
ash; dust; gray; discouraged
Meanings
5 senses · 12 examplesnoun
ash; dust; powdery residue left after burning
Refers to the powdery substance remaining after combustion of wood, paper, etc.
The ashes in the fireplace need to be cleaned out.
The cigarette ash fell onto the clothes.
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Volcanic ash covered the entire city.
noun
dust; dirt; fine particles
Refers to fine particulate matter that settles on surfaces.
A layer of dust has accumulated on the table.
He brushed the dust off his clothes.
adjective
gray; grey; ashen
Describes the color between black and white, resembling ash.
He is wearing a gray suit.
The sky appeared a hazy gray color.
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His complexion was ashen and pale; he looked very weak.
adjective
discouraged; disheartened; disillusioned
Describes a state of lost hope or depression.
After failing several times, he felt very discouraged.
Don't be discouraged; you will definitely succeed next time.
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Upon hearing this news, half of his hope was gone.
verb
to burn (in cremation); to incinerate
formalSpecifically refers to cremation or burning remains.
The old man's remains will be cremated.