周
circle; circumference; week; thorough; Zhou dynasty; surname
Meanings
7 senses · 35 examplesmeasure word
for number of rotations/circles
Used to count the number of times an action goes around an object or space.
All the athletes did one lap around the stadium.
It takes one year for the Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun.
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He wrapped the rope around the pillar three times to secure it.
The dancer spun five times to the music before stopping.
The kite string wrapped twice around the spool.
noun
surroundings; circumference
Refers to the area around a specific point or object.
The area around the park is full of willow trees.
We sat down around the round table.
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Surveillance cameras have been installed all around the residential community.
He looked around and found nothing unusual.
The water around this small island is particularly clear.
verb
to go around; to rotate
formalDescribes completing a full circular movement around something.
The four seasons repeat in cycles endlessly.
The race cars circled the track repeatedly.
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This algorithm will run in a loop until the task is completed.
Tides rise and fall in cycles, never stopping.
The cycle of life repeats itself, lasting for thousands of years.
adjective
whole; entire; all over
Used to describe covering the entirety of something.
He was soaked through, with water dripping all over his body.
This news is known to everyone; nobody doesn't know it.
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The audience felt the warm atmosphere of the stage all over their bodies.
Over the weekend, the whole city was filled with festival joy.
This fire covered the entire forest with thick smoke.
adjective
thorough; careful; meticulous
Describes planning, preparations, or arrangements that are complete and well-considered.
This plan was very carefully made, with all details considered.
The waiter's service was very thoughtful, making the guests feel comfortable.
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He never considers problems thoroughly, often overlooking important details.
This security system is very meticulously designed, with almost no loopholes.
Her arrangements were very thoughtful, making every guest feel satisfied.
noun
week
Standard term for the 7-day calendar cycle.
We will have an important meeting next Monday.
I went mountain climbing with my friends last weekend.
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This course has three classes every week.
I plan to resign next week and start a new job.
The weekly report is distributed to employees every Friday on time.
verb
to give financial aid; to help out
formalFormal term for providing financial or material help to someone in need.
He often gives financial aid to the widowed and elderly in the village.
This charity organization has long provided aid to poor families.
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He got through the difficult times with the help of his friends.
Ancient scholars often gave aid to down-and-out scholars.
The community organization regularly provides aid to residents with financial difficulties.