鹗 (è) - osprey — a large fish-eating bird of prey, & used in classical Chinese to refer to a

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osprey — a large fish-eating bird of prey, also known as the fish hawk;

used in classical Chinese to refer to a person of talent or a high-ranking official.

osprey — a large fish-eating bird of prey,used in classical Chinese to refer to a

Usage highlights

ospreyrecommending a talentosprey's beakosprey's clawfish hawksoaring osprey

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • An osprey (鹗) was seen diving for fish.
  • The osprey (鹗) is known for its fishing skills.
  • In ancient texts, 鹗 refers to a talented person (荐鹗).
  • The osprey's nest (鹗巢) is built near water.

Collocations

  • osprey(鹗)
  • recommending a talent(荐鹗)
  • osprey's beak(鹗嘴)
  • osprey's claw(鹗爪)
  • fish hawk(鱼鹗)
  • soaring osprey(鹗立)

Idioms

  • Recommending a talent(荐鹗)
  • The osprey soars alone(鹗立)
  • Fish fear the osprey(鱼畏鹗)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In classical Chinese literature, the osprey (鹗) was a metaphor for a person of outstanding talent or a high-ranking official.
  • The character appears in historical texts recommending talented individuals for government positions.
  • The osprey's fishing ability symbolizes keen perception and effectiveness in action.

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