露
dew; reveal; open-air
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
dew
formalRefers to the transparent water droplets formed on cool surfaces at night when air temperature drops but stays above freezing. Commonly called 露水 in daily speech.
Dewdrops cover the grass blades in the early morning.
Dew wet my shoes.
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The morning dew waits for the sun to dry it.
Dew forms when water vapor in the air condenses into droplets.
The dewdrops on the lotus leaves are crystal clear.
noun
flavored distilled drink
formalTypically sweetened floral, fruit, or herbal distilled beverages popular in traditional Chinese daily life.
Drinking a cup of lotus leaf distilled drink can reduce internal heat and beat summer heat.
Rose distilled drink is a favorite beverage among many girls.
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Mom bought a bottle of fruit distilled drink for my breakfast.
This chrysanthemum distilled drink has benefits for eye health.
Most traditional distilled beverages are made using distillation techniques.
adjective
outdoor; open-air; uncovered
neutralDescribes activities or spaces that take place in the open air without shelter.
They decided to hold an open-air concert.
The soldiers are camping in the wild.
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Let's camp out in the open tonight.
The open-air parking lot is full of cars.
The open-air stadium can hold tens of thousands of spectators.
verb
to reveal; to show; to expose
formalThis is the formal literary pronunciation for showing or disclosing information, emotions, or facts.
He revealed the truth of the matter.
This scandal was exposed to the public.
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She revealed her true thoughts and feelings.
A relieved smile appeared on his face.
The writer disclosed the latest research findings.