Literally means the mythical bird [[精卫|精衛|jing1 wei4]] tries to fill the ocean with stones; figuratively used to describe indomitable will and determination in the face of impossible odds, or the nursing of a grievance and a resolve to seek revenge

To move mountains and fill the sea; used to describe a task of massive scale, the use of supernatural powers, or immense determination to reshape nature

To show great determination and persistence in the face of daunting challenges, especially for revenge or to right a wrong; based on the legend of the [[精卫|精衛|jing1 wei4]] bird trying to fill the sea

To fill in sea water and turn it into dry land for development or agricultural use.