佩
wear; jade pendant; admire
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to wear; to carry at the waist
Used for wearing accessories, weapons or personal items at the waist or on clothing.
Ancient warriors would wear swords into battle.
He wears a pistol at his waist every day when going to and from work.
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This diplomat wears a delicate badge on his clothing.
Scholars in costume dramas often carry sachets at their waists.
She wore a silver necklace to the dinner party.
noun
jade pendant; ancient ornament
literaryRefers to traditional jade accessories worn on clothing belts in ancient China.
This unearthed cultural relic is a jade pendant from the Warring States period.
Ancient nobles often wore exquisite jade pendants to attend ceremonies.
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The museum exhibits a set of jade pendant ornaments from the Han Dynasty.
She has a family heirloom jade pendant hanging on her collar.
Immortals in costume xianxia dramas often carry jade pendants with them.
verb
to admire; to respect
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express admiration for someone's character, actions or spirit.
Everyone admires his selfless dedication.
This spirit of sacrificing oneself to save others is worthy of respect and admiration.
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I greatly admire his courage and perseverance.
The audience admires the achievements of this young scientist.
His integrity and sense of responsibility make people admire him endlessly.