喝道
hè​dào

clear the way

  • created sense approved 喝道 · hè​dào · clear the way

    喝道

    hè​dào

    clear the way

    historical practice of attendants or bailiffs shouting at pedestrians to move aside for a high-ranking official's procession

    县太爷出行时，随从在前面开路喝道。

    verb

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  • created sense approved 喝道 · hè​dào · shout

    喝道

    hè​dào

    shout

    to shout or call out in a loud voice, typically preceding or accompanying specific words being said

    “住手！”那人大声喝道。

    verb

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