靠
lean on; rely on; trustworthy; armor
Meanings
6 senses · 29 examplesverb
lean on; rest against
Used to describe the posture of people leaning on objects or others for support.
He leaned against the sofa and fell asleep.
The two sat back to back chatting.
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She leaned on her mother's shoulder and began to cry.
Please don't lean against the car window, thank you.
He leaned against the tree and rested for a while.
verb
lean; rest against
Used for inanimate objects leaning against another object to stay upright.
The carrying pole leans behind the door.
The worker leaned the ladder against the wall to repair the roof.
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The bicycle leans against the telephone pole.
The bookshelf stands against the south wall of the living room.
The mop leans behind the bathroom door.
verb
approach; draw near
Used to describe moving close to a place or object.
The boat slowly drew near the shore.
Please move a little closer, I'll take a photo for you.
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Please do not get off when the bus pulls into the station.
He moved to the window to watch the scenery outside.
Everyone gather closer, we are about to start the meeting.
verb
rely on; depend on
Used to describe using someone or something as a base for survival or achievement.
He got into a top university through his own hard work.
Farmers make a living by farming.
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This small shop won many repeat customers through word of mouth.
She earns tuition fees by working part-time.
Many entrepreneurs have achieved success through innovation.
verb
trust; dependable
Used to describe people or things that can be trusted.
He is a reliable friend.
The quality of products from this brand is dependable.
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Can you be trusted? I need someone to keep my secret.
His promise is very trustworthy.
The reputation of this company is very reliable.
noun
ancient Chinese opera armor
literaryA specific term used in traditional Chinese opera to refer to the armor worn by ancient military generals.
The actor playing the general looked especially majestic after putting on the opera armor.
Putting on opera armor is an important part of the general's costume in traditional opera.
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The veteran artist skillfully helped the actor put on the opera armor.
There are many different styles of opera armor in Peking Opera.