to apply to; to deal with; plus; moreover
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesverb
to apply to; to deal with; to subject to (a process)
formalUsed before a disyllabic verb (often formal or abstract) to indicate applying a treatment or action to something previously mentioned. Cannot precede a general noun like 予以 can (e.g., "予以机会").
This design plan must be carefully studied.
We must attach importance to the opinions of the masses.
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When mistakes are discovered, they must be corrected promptly.
We must protect our historical and cultural heritage.
We will take your suggestion into consideration.
conjunction
plus; moreover; what's more; in addition (to)
formalUsed to introduce an additional reason or condition, emphasizing that it makes the situation even more so. Often appears after a comma, connecting two clauses.
He studies very hard, and what's more, he is naturally intelligent, so his grades have always been excellent.
It was very cold, and moreover, the wind was strong, so we decided not to go out.
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This product is designed innovatively, and moreover, its price is reasonable, making it very popular among consumers.