棽
body; self; life
Meanings
6 senses · 16 examplesnoun
body; torso; physical body
Refers to the physical body as opposed to the spirit or mind. Can be used for humans and animals.
He is 1.8 meters tall.
to turn one's body around
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She was trembling all over her body.
pronoun
oneself; personally; one's own
Used to emphasize the subject or to refer to oneself in a formal or objective manner. Often appears in set phrases.
to set an example oneself
As a teacher himself, he should be strict with himself.
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personal experience
noun
life; one's lifetime
literaryRefers to the span of one's life or a significant portion of it. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
To dedicate one's life to the cause of science.
He remained unmarried his whole life.
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to give one's life for one's country
noun
pregnant; pregnancy
formalUsed in formal or traditional contexts to refer to the state of being pregnant.
She is pregnant.
to be pregnant (literary)
noun
social status; identity; background
formalRefers to one's social standing, profession, or origin. Often used in formal contexts.
He came from an impoverished background.
Please present your identity documentation.
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to die in the line of duty
measure word
suit; set (for clothes)
Used as a measure word for suits of clothes. Less common in modern Mandarin, where 套 is more frequently used for suits.
a new suit of clothes
He wore a suit.