verb · to execute someone or commit suicide by hanging with a rope

古代刑场上，死刑犯有时会被吊在绞架上处死。

verb · to hang up or let an object dangle from a higher point

他把水桶吊到了井里。

verb · to express sympathy for the deceased or their family; to lament

他特意赶回老家去灵堂吊那位去世的老友。

measure word · a traditional unit of currency consisting of a string of copper coins, typically 100 or 1000 cash

他手里提着一吊钱。