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xiāo​qiǎn HSK7

to while away time; pastime

  • created sense approved 消遣 · xiāo​qiǎn · to while away time; pastime — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

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    xiāo​qiǎn

    to while away time; pastime

    To pass the time or relax by doing something enjoyable; to divert oneself from boredom or worry

    消 (literal) → 消 · xiāo · to while away 遣 (literal) → 遣 · qiǎn · to dispel

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  • created sense approved 消遣 · xiāo​qiǎn · to make fun of — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

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    xiāo​qiǎn

    to make fun of

    To tease, play a trick on, or make sport of someone.

    消 (literal) → 消 · xiāo · to while away 遣 (literal) → 遣 · qiǎn · to dispel

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  • created sense approved 消遣 · xiāo​qiǎn · to rest — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

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    xiāo​qiǎn

    to rest

    To stay temporarily or take a break

    消 (literal) → 消 · xiāo · to while away 遣 (literal) → 遣 · qiǎn · to dispel

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