披
cover; spread; split
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to drape over shoulders; to cover on back
Most commonly used for clothing, capes or outdoor coverings worn over the shoulders.
He stood in the cold wind draped in a cloak.
She walked out of the bathroom with her long hair loose over her shoulders.
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The soldiers rushed on their journey under the stars and moon.
It's cold, put on this coat quickly.
The nun wore a black monastic披肩 (cloak over shoulders).
verb
to open; to spread out; to unfold
formalUsed for documents, papers, or scattered things.
He leaned over his desk, opening scrolls to study classics.
Autumn fallen leaves scattered all over the road.
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The news media uncovered more details.
The teacher graded and reviewed the students' homework.
Willow catkins drifted down, covering the earth in a white veil.
verb
to split; to crack; to splinter
Used for wood, bamboo, or other rigid natural materials that develop cracks or splits.
This bamboo pole was left in the sun too long and has cracked.
That wooden board developed a crack after getting damp.
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Be careful, this wooden stick has cracked, don't break it by accident.
He used the cracked bamboo pole as a walking stick.
This tree branch developed a big crack during the wind and snow.