儽
thunder; mine; surname; shocking
Meanings
4 senses · 11 examplesnoun
thunder; the loud noise produced by lightning discharge
Often used in weather descriptions and natural phenomena.
It's thundering outside; it's going to rain soon.
A loud clap of thunder shook the windows.
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The spring thunder awakened the sleeping earth.
noun
mine; explosive device placed in or on the ground or water
Used in military contexts; can be combined with location words to specify type.
The soldiers laid landmines on the battlefield.
This warship is equipped with an advanced naval mine detection system.
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There may still be unexploded mines in that sea area.
adjective
shocking; startling; absurd to the point of being funny
internetInternet slang that evolved from the thunder metaphor (being 'struck' by something shocking). Often used as 雷人 (shocking) or 被雷到了 (was shocked).
The plot of this movie is absolutely absurd and shocking.
Hearing this news, I was completely shocked and dumbfounded.
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His dressing style is too shocking and bizarre.
noun
surname Lei
A common Chinese surname. Famous bearer: Lei Feng (雷锋), a soldier celebrated for his selflessness.
Lei Feng is a role model for the Chinese people to learn from.
My colleague's surname is Lei.