箢
deep water; profound; origin
Meanings
4 senses · 8 examplesnoun
deep water; deep pool; abyss
literaryLiterary term for deep bodies of water, often used in set phrases.
In the deep abyss, unknown creatures are hidden.
He stood at the edge of the cliff, looking down at the boundless abyss.
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It is better to go home and weave a net than to stand by the deep water and envy the fish.
adjective
deep; profound; erudite
formalDescribes knowledge, learning, or literary style that is deep and extensive.
This elderly gentleman is erudite and deeply respected by his students.
His prose is profound and elegant, beyond the reach of ordinary people.
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The Chinese civilization with its long-standing and profound origins.
noun
origin; source; beginning
formalOften used in the compound 渊源 to indicate historical origins or connections.
The friendship between the two countries has deep historical origins.
To explore the historical origins of this tradition.
proper noun
surname Yuan
Rare surname.