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abundant; deep; attentive; Yin dynasty
Meanings
5 senses · 11 examplesadjective
abundant; rich; plentiful
literaryUsed to describe food, harvests, or material resources in formal or literary contexts.
This year's crop harvest was excellent, and the granaries are richly stocked.
His family is wealthy and lives a comfortable life.
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The dishes at this banquet are very abundant.
adjective
deep; sincere; profound
formalUsed to describe emotions, expectations, or friendships.
The teacher has very deep expectations for their students.
He harbors deep, sincere longing for his hometown.
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The people of the two countries share a profound traditional friendship.
adjective
attentive; hospitable
formalDescribes warm, thoughtful hospitality towards guests.
The host was extremely attentive and hospitable, making us feel very warm.
The waiter's attentive service won praise from the guests.
noun
Yin Dynasty (ancient Chinese dynasty)
formalRefers specifically to the later period of the Shang Dynasty, from 1300 BC to 1046 BC, after capital was moved to Yin (present-day Xiaotun Village, northwest of Anyang, Henan Province).
Yin Ruins are the capital site of the late Shang Dynasty, also known as the Yin Dynasty.
Oracle bone script was first unearthed at Yin Ruins in Anyang, Henan Province.
noun
surname
neutralA relatively common Chinese surname.
Mr. Yin is a well-known historian.