relevant; pertinent; facing strip on garment lining
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
relevant; pertinent; touching on the subject
Used to indicate whether something is relevant or close to the truth. Often appears in negative constructions (不贴边). When used with the retroflex suffix 儿, it becomes 贴边儿 (tiē biān ér), pronounced as a single syllable 'tiē biār'.
What you said has nothing to do with the facts.
What he talked about is completely irrelevant to the topic.
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Your idea is somewhat relevant.
noun
facing strip; narrow strip sewn on the inner edge of a garment lining
A sewing and tailoring term referring to the strip of fabric (usually the same material as the outer fabric) used to finish and reinforce the raw edge of a garment's lining.
The facing strip of this suit is made of silk fabric.
When sewing, pay attention to stitching the facing strip smoothly.
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The function of the facing strip is to prevent the lining from unraveling.