verb, preposition · to depend on; to trust; to rely upon

凡事只能靠自己。

verb, preposition · to lean against or on; to stand by the side of; to come near to

他靠在墙边休息。

noun · traditional military costume used in Chinese opera where the performers wear armor

演员在台上披挂着一身大靠。

expression · to fuck (vulgar)

我靠！你吓死我了！