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ming

Pronunciation: [mɪŋ]

Word

Context: “name”

(noun) a short name or nickname for a person. It's like a friendly name someone might use instead of their full name.

Example

Ming is my best friend, and we spend a lot of time together.

Example

There is no one named Ming in our class this year.

Example

Is Ming going to the party with us?

Context: “cultural reference”

(noun) a reference to the Ming Dynasty, which was a time in Chinese history known for its great art and culture. People often learn about this period in history class.

Example

We studied the Ming Dynasty in school and learned about its famous pottery.

Example

The Ming Dynasty was not known for its lack of advancements in art and science.

Example

What were some important events during the Ming Dynasty?

Context: “sound”

(verb) to make a ringing sound, like a bell. It's when you hear a high, clear noise that can be pleasant.

Example

The bell minged beautifully when it was struck.

Example

The old bell did not ming anymore because it was broken.

Example

Did you hear the bell ming in the distance?

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