大义灭亲

大义灭亲
mièqīn

to place righteousness before family (idiom); ready to punish one's own family if justice demands it

1 meaning
MEANING

MEANING

  1. verb

    to place righteousness before family (idiom); ready to punish one's own family if justice demands it

    • He prioritized justice over family loyalty and reported his criminal brother to the authorities.

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CHARACTER ANALYSIS
  • (person stretching limbs; figure of person with outstretched arms and legs)ASSOCIATIVE

A person standing with arms and legs spread wide symbolizes greatness and magnificence.

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