撚
niǎn

twirl in fingers

Senses

撚 niǎn to twist with the fingers

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

撚 niǎn to pinch up

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

撚 niǎn to toy with

To toy with or manipulate

撚 niǎn to pluck

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

撚 niǎn to drive away

(archaic) To drive out or chase away.

撚 niǎn to trample

(archaic) to trample or tread upon

撚 niǎn to hold

To hold or grasp an object or weapon

撚 niǎn to play tricks on

(Cantonese) To play tricks on someone

References

same_as 撚/撚 → 捻/捻