mythical auspicious beast; outstanding talent
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesnoun
qilin; mythical Chinese creature; Chinese unicorn
literaryIn Chinese mythology, the qilin is a benevolent creature that appears with the arrival of a sage or the birth of a great ruler. It symbolizes peace, prosperity, and auspiciousness. It is sometimes referred to as the 'Chinese unicorn' in English, although it differs significantly from the Western unicorn.
The qilin is an auspicious beast from ancient Chinese mythology.
The steps of this palace are carved with images of qilin.
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'Qilin delivering a son' is an ancient traditional auspicious pattern.
noun
outstanding talent; genius; prodigy
commendatoryA metaphorical use, often applied to praise exceptionally gifted individuals, especially children.
This child is extraordinarily intelligent, truly a prodigy among humans.
Their company recruited several industry geniuses this year.