created sense approved 靠山吃山，靠水吃水 · kàoshānchīshān, kàoshuǐchīshuǐ · exploit position
靠山吃山，靠水吃水
kàoshānchīshān, kàoshuǐchīshuǐ
exploit position
To exploit one's specific position, authority, or circumstances to advance oneself or gain personal benefits.
他在采购部门工作，就开始利用职权谋取私利，真是靠山吃山，靠水吃水。
created sense approved 靠山吃山，靠水吃水 · kàoshānchīshān, kàoshuǐchīshuǐ · resource utilization
靠山吃山，靠水吃水
kàoshānchīshān, kàoshuǐchīshuǐ
resource utilization
To make use of local resources or adapt to one's environment to make a living; to live off the land.
这里的人们靠山吃山，靠水吃水，过着自给自足的生活。