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反骨
fǎn​gǔ

rebel bone

Definitions Defs Origin Strokes Stroke Words Sentences Sents
反骨 fǎn​gǔ
rebel bone
(physiognomy) a protruding bone at the back of the head, traditionally regarded as a sign of a renegade or traitorous nature
rebellious spirit
(figurative) a tendency toward rebellion, disloyalty, or non-conformity

Frequency

Written text
0.127 per million

Cross-References

Synonym

  • 背骨 bèi​gǔ

Sources

Frequency data
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