大夜

大夜

the second half of the night; early morning (cf. 小夜[xiao3 ye4], evening)

3 meanings
MEANING3 meanings

MEANING

  1. noun

    the second half of the night; early morning (cf. 小夜[xiao3 ye4], evening)

    • He works the night shift.

  2. noun

    (fig.) eternal rest; death

    • He has already passed away.

  3. noun

    (Buddhism) the night before the cremation of a monk

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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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