蓄
to store up; to save; to grow
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to store up; to accumulate; to save
Refers to collecting things over time for future use, such as water, money, or energy.
The pond is filled with stored water.
We need to store up fodder before winter comes.
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The main function of this reservoir is flood detention.
The ability of my laptop battery to hold a charge has gotten worse.
Building up energy is to prepare for the challenge.
verb
to grow (hair, beard, etc.); to keep (without cutting)
formalSpecifically used for hair, beard, or whiskers. More formal than '留'.
He decided to grow his hair and not cut it anymore.
This painter has a long beard.
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To change his image, he started growing a beard.
Ancient men often grew beards.
He is growing his hair to donate to a charity.
verb
to harbor; to cherish (in mind); to conceal
literaryUsed abstractly to refer to intentions, ambitions, or malice held in one's mind.
He harbored intentions of revenge against the person who bullied him.
This is a criminal case that was premeditated long ago.
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Young people should harbor high ambitions.
He has harbored doubts about this issue for a long time.
Do not harbor resentment in your heart.