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palm; manage; sole; in charge
Meanings
10 senses · 28 examplesnoun
palm (of the hand)
Refers to the inner flat part of the hand, often used in fixed phrases.
He clapped his palm hard to get everyone's attention.
The audience applauded warmly to cheer for the performers.
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This task is as easy as turning over one's palm for him, no difficulty at all.
He rubbed his fists and polished his palms, ready for the upcoming game.
She gently held the baby in the palm of her hand.
verb
to slap with the palm
informalColloquial and direct, usually used for physical punishment.
Mom slapped him across the mouth because he broke the vase.
Teachers will not slap students casually.
verb
to manage; to be in charge of
formalUsed for controlling positions, power, or specific affairs.
He is in charge of steering this large ship to ensure safe navigation.
This general has held the official seal for many years and is deeply loved by his soldiers.
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He holds great power in this company, and all important decisions are made by him.
She manages household affairs and keeps the home in perfect order.
The new mayor will oversee all municipal administrative affairs.
noun
paw; sole (of animal)
Used for edible animal paws, especially in food contexts.
Bear paw is a very precious food ingredient.
Peking duck paired with duck paw soup is a classic meal.
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This braised goose paw rice has a rich aroma and is very delicious.
A cat's paw pads and palms are very soft.
The gorilla in the zoo is patting its chest with its paws.
noun
horseshoe
technicalProfessional term for equine care equipment.
This horse's horseshoe is severely worn and needs a new one.
Horseshoes can protect horse hooves from ground wear.
noun
heel/tip sole patch
informalUsed for reinforcing shoe soles, often used in colloquial contexts.
the front sole of these shoes is worn out, need to nail a sole patch.
Mom glued rubber on the heel sole to prevent the shoes from slipping.
verb
to resole shoes
dialectDialectal term for shoe repair work.
Master Zhang downstairs can repair shoes and has excellent craftsmanship.
When Grandpa was young, he supported the family by repairing shoes.
verb
to add (seasonings)
dialectDialectal term for adding condiments while cooking.
Remember to add a little soy sauce when stir-frying, it will taste better.
The soup is too bland, can you add some salt for me?
preposition
to take; to use
dialectDialectal preposition, equivalent to the standard Chinese preposition '把'.
Please close the door for me, I'm going to get something.
Please pass me the water cup on the table.
noun
surname Zhang
A common Chinese family name.
Teacher Zhang is the Chinese teacher at our school.