() - Winding, meandering, continuous, extending in a circuitous path.

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Winding, meandering, continuous, extending in a circuitous path.

Winding, meandering, continuous, extending in a circuitous path.

Usage highlights

Winding and continuousWinding pathMeandering and windingWinding mountain roadLong and windingWinding stream

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The path winds through the mountains (逶迤的山路).
  • The river meanders across the plain (蜿蜒逦迤的河流).
  • A long, continuous procession (逦迤的队伍).

Collocations

  • Winding and continuous(逦迤)
  • Winding path(逦径)
  • Meandering and winding(蜿蜒逦迤)
  • Winding mountain road(山路逦迤)
  • Long and winding(绵延逦迤)
  • Winding stream(逦溪)

Idioms

  • Winding and continuous(逦迤连绵)
  • Winding path leading to a secluded spot(逦径通幽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese poetry and literature to describe winding paths, flowing rivers, or continuous mountain ranges.
  • Evokes imagery of natural beauty, tranquility, and a sense of journey or progression.

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