纽
button; hinge; handle
Meanings
5 senses · 25 examplesnoun
handle; knob; part of an object used for lifting
Refers specifically to a protruding part designed for gripping and lifting.
This ancient steelyard has a copper handle.
There is an exquisite knob on top of the seal.
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He held the teapot by its handle and poured water carefully.
The handle of this box is broken, making it hard to carry.
The designer added an artistic knob to the vase.
noun
button (on clothing); fastener
Often used with the diminutive suffix '儿'. Refers to a small disc or knob used to fasten garments.
You've buttoned your shirt incorrectly.
The button loops on this coat are made of silk.
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She carefully sewed each button back on the shirt.
It's cold, button up all the buttons on your coat.
This kind of vintage glass button is popular again now.
noun
pivot; hub; key point; crucial link
formalUsed metaphorically for a central or connecting point in a system.
Shanghai is one of the economic hubs of China.
Transportation hubs are crucial for urban development.
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This issue is the key to resolving the entire dispute.
Information hubs connect global networks.
Finding the pivotal point of the story allows you to understand the author's core idea.
noun
small, newly formed fruit (of melons, gourds, etc.)
dialectA dialectal or agricultural term referring to the tiny fruit just after pollination.
The vine has produced several tiny little pumpkin fruits.
Be careful to protect these small watermelon fruits; they fall off easily.
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Grandma said these tiny cucumbers will be ready to eat in another two weeks.
A hailstorm knocked off many of the young muskmelon fruits.
Looking at the trellis full of young luffa fruits, the farmer's heart was filled with hope.
noun
a surname
Used only as a family name.
Mr. Niu is our new neighbor.
Historically, there was a famous general named Niulin.
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The surname 'Niu' is relatively uncommon.
Ms. Niu won the gold medal in this design competition.
Please help me forward this document to Manager Niu.