趾
toe; foot
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
toe; toe bone
Refers specifically to the digits of the foot, can also refer to toe bones.
He hurt his toe when it was hit by a stone.
Geese and ducks have webs between their toes.
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My toenails have grown too long and need trimming.
I accidentally sprained my little toe while running.
This pair of shoes is too tight, squeezing my toes uncomfortably.
noun
foot; stance
literaryUsed in fixed phrases like 趾高气扬 to describe a proud, arrogant posture based on lifted feet.
He looks so proud and arrogant that people dislike him.
Right after getting a promotion, the boss became arrogant and ignored his old staff.
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Don't always be arrogant; be more humble.
He walked into the meeting room arrogantly in his leather shoes.
After winning, the team members waved to the crowd in a proud manner.