high official rank; cyanosis
Meanings
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high official rank; nobility
literaryUsed in classical Chinese and literary contexts to metaphorically refer to high-ranking officials or noble status. Refers to the colors of official seals and garments.
He pursued high official rank all his life and finally became a top minister.
In ancient times, the colors green and purple symbolized power and status.
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This idiom metaphorically refers to the desire for fame and fortune, like 'wearing a golden belt and purple robes'.
verb
to become cyanotic; to have cyanosis
technicalA medical term describing a bluish or purplish discoloration of the skin due to poor oxygenation of the blood.
The patient's lips became cyanotic due to lack of oxygen.
Cyanosis in a newborn may be a sign of heart disease.
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Cyanosis in the fingertips is a common symptom of Raynaud's disease.