xū​shè

to exist in name only

Senses

虚设/ 虛設 xū​shè to exist in name only

To establish an office, position, or organization that has no practical function or authority; nominal; existing only in name.

虚设/ 虛設 xū​shè to set up in vain

To arrange or set something up only to have it remain unused or empty; specifically refers to ceremonial items left for the deceased or plans that come to nothing.

虚设/ 虛設 xū​shè to set up a front

To establish something fake or fraudulent, such as a shell company or false identity

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