ancient punishment; to be popular; to be in vogue
Meanings
3 senses · 7 examplesnoun
exile for penal servitude
archaicThis is an archaic, historical term referring to a specific form of exile and forced labor punishment in ancient China. It is not used in modern legal contexts.
The Tang dynasty legal code stipulated that certain serious crimes could be punished with exile for penal servitude.
In ancient times, exile for penal servitude was a severe punishment second only to the death penalty.
verb
to be popular; to be in vogue; to spread
This is the overwhelmingly common and modern meaning. It describes trends, fashions, diseases, or ideas that are widespread or fashionable.
This song was very popular last year.
Wearing clothes of this color is in fashion this summer.
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A healthy lifestyle is becoming popular.
adjective
popular; fashionable; trendy
Used as an attributive adjective to modify nouns directly.
This is the most popular hairstyle now.
He is always following the latest pop music.