mén​shé

to hold one's tongue

Senses

扪舌/ 捫舌 mén​shé to hold one's tongue

To hold one's tongue or refrain from speaking; literally to hold onto the tongue to prevent speech

扪舌/ 捫舌 mén​shé to curl one's tongue

To curl the tongue; also used as a metaphor for remaining silent

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