巫
shaman; witch; surname
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
shaman; wizard; witch
literaryHistorically refers to people (often female) claiming to communicate with gods or spirits. Commonly used in idioms like '小巫见大巫'.
Compared to your grades, my progress is simply a drop in the bucket.
In ancient tribes, the shaman was usually responsible for rituals and healing.
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Legend has it that the wicked witch poisoned the princess.
Some primitive societies relied heavily on witchcraft to pray for good weather.
Shaman doctors still exist in some remote areas.
noun
Wu (a Chinese surname)
A relatively uncommon Chinese surname.
May I ask your surname? My surname is Wu.
Manager Wu did not come to the meeting today.
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A new intern named Wu joined our company.
There is a compound surname in history called 'Wuma'.
The origin of the Wu surname can be traced back to ancient shamans.