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elements

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elements noun
the five elements or phases of ancient Chinese philosophy: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water
relationships place name
the five cardinal human relationships in Confucian ethics, including ruler-subject and father-son
virtues place name
the five cardinal Confucian virtues: benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and trustworthiness
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Permanent Five adjective
the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (China, France, Russia, the UK, and the USA)

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