滋
grow; add; spray
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to grow; to multiply; to breed
Used for the growth of organisms, problems or bad phenomena.
A humid environment easily breeds bacteria.
This heavy rain caused the spread of floods.
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Don't stir up trouble behind people's backs.
Lawless elements attempt to disrupt social order.
This kind of weed grows wantonly in the fields.
verb
to add; to increase; to supplement
formalFormal and relatively literary usage, often used in fixed phrases.
This drink can nourish the body and supplement nutrition.
Only by increasing benefits from multiple parties can the project proceed smoothly.
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Moderate exercise can boost our immunity.
This skincare product has the effect of nourishing the skin.
Teamwork can improve overall work efficiency.
verb
to spray; to gush out; to spurt
literaryLiterary and formal usage, mainly used to describe liquid or electric spark spouting.
The broken pipe is spouting water outwards.
The aging wire suddenly sputtered sparks.
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When the volcano erupts, magma spurts in all directions.
When the pressure cooker leaks, it will spout hot air.
The punctured tire keeps spitting out gas.