niǎn

twirl in fingers

Senses

niǎn to twist with the fingers

To rub or twist something between the fingers; same as niǎn.

niǎn to pinch up

To pick up, hold, or pinch between the fingers, such as holding a flower or incense.

niǎn to toy with

To toy with or manipulate

niǎn to pluck

To pluck or fiddle with the strings of a musical instrument; a specific technique for playing the pipa.

niǎn to drive away

(archaic) To drive out or chase away.

niǎn to trample

(archaic) to trample or tread upon

niǎn to hold

To hold or grasp an object or weapon

niǎn to play tricks on

(Cantonese) To play tricks on someone

References

same_as 撚/撚 捻/捻