剑
sword; fencing
Meanings
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sword; double-edged sword
A traditional Chinese weapon used in ancient times and often appears in historical and wuxia contexts.
This general, holding a treasured sword, looked majestic and awe-inspiring.
This bronze sword is a cultural relic from the Warring States period.
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He played a swordsman wearing a sword in the movie.
Duels between ancient swordsmen were often decided in a single move.
The scabbard of this sword is inlaid with gems.
noun
fencing (sport); foil
Refers to the weapon used in the modern Olympic sport of fencing.
She won a gold medal in fencing at the Olympics.
My son is very interested in fencing and is learning how to use the foil.
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Fencers' movements must be very quick and precise.
What are the differences between these three types of swords in competition?
The coach taught him how to grip the foil correctly and how to attack.
noun
surname Jian
A Chinese surname.
Mr. Jian is our company's legal advisor.
My friend's surname is Jian, which is relatively uncommon.
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In history, there was a famous general named Jian Qiu.
May I ask your surname? — My surname is Jian.
The genealogy of the Jian family can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty.