cool and refreshing; clear and melodious
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesadjective
cool and refreshing; cool and clear
literaryLiterary term describing a cool, refreshing sensation, typically used for morning breeze, mountain air, or autumn wind.
The cool morning breeze is refreshing, invigorating the spirit.
The mountain air is fresh, and the cool morning breeze makes it very comfortable.
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Climbing high on an autumn day, the cool breeze dispels the summer heat.
adjective
clear and melodious; tinkling
literaryDescribes a clear, ringing sound resembling jade, bells, or spring water hitting stones. Often used in classical literary descriptions.
The spring water hits the stones with a clear tinkling sound, like jade pendants striking each other.
The jade bracelets she wore clinked together, producing a clear, melodious sound.
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The wind chimes tinkled in the breeze, clear and pleasant to the ear.
The ancient qin produced a clear, melodious sound that lingered in the air.