Used in patterns with 西 xī to describe moving in different directions, acting in a scattered way, or doing something haphazardly.

To spread on, apply, or daub a substance such as paint, ointment, or mud onto a surface.

(bound form) used in tandem with 东 dōng to indicate various places, directions, or a lack of order

to smear, apply, or plaster; to brush or wipe away; to strike out or erase (e.g. from a list); to reduce to zero (of decimals or fractions)

Used in patterns with 西 xī to describe moving in different directions, acting in a scattered way, or doing something haphazardly.

To scrawl or write and draw aimlessly or messily.

(bound form) used in tandem with 东 dōng to indicate various places, directions, or a lack of order

to smear, apply, or plaster; to brush or wipe away; to strike out or erase (e.g. from a list); to reduce to zero (of decimals or fractions)