legendary lovers; long-separated couple
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Altair and Vega (the stars)
This is the astronomical reference to the two stars, often used in traditional folklore and poetry.
Looking up at the night sky, you can see Altair and Vega gazing at each other across the Milky Way.
Folktales are often named after Altair and Vega (the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl).
noun
the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl (legendary figures)
Refers to the specific characters in the famous Chinese folk tale.
The story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl is well-known throughout China.
Legend has it that the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl can only meet once a year on the Magpie Bridge.
noun
long-separated couple; spouses living apart
literaryA metaphorical usage, common in modern Chinese to describe couples who live far apart due to work, study, etc.
One of them works in the south, the other lives in the north; they've truly become a modern-day Cowherd and Weaver Girl.
For the sake of their careers, this long-separated couple has lived apart for three years.
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The Qixi Festival is also called Chinese Valentine's Day, especially blessing couples who are like the Cowherd and Weaver Girl.