proof; sample; petty
Meanings
3 senses · 7 examplesnoun
proof; galley proof (of a newspaper or article)
technicalPrinting term referring to a preliminary version of typeset text, distinguished from "大样" (full page proof).
This is the galley proof of the newspaper; please check it.
The editor is reviewing the proof, preparing it for printing.
noun
model; sample; prototype
dialectRegional usage (dialect), referring to a small-scale model or sample of a product.
This is a physical sample; you can take a look first.
We'll first make a sample product to test the market response.
adjective
petty; stingy; small-minded
dialectRegional usage (dialect), often used with the diminutive suffix "儿" (xiǎoyàngr). Carries a derogatory connotation when describing someone's manner or behavior as narrow-minded or miserly.
Why are you so petty? You won't even part with this small amount of money.
He is too small-minded in his conduct; nobody likes him.
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Don't be so petty; be more generous!