刨
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Definitions
- 1. to dig
- 2. to excavate
- 3. (coll.) to exclude
- 4. not to count
- 5. to deduct
- 6. to subtract
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Often used in fixed expressions like 刨根问底 (páo gēn wèn dǐ) meaning to dig to the bottom of things or to question persistently. The literal meaning 'to dig out roots' is extended to mean getting to the bottom of something.
Common mistakes
Don't confuse 刨 (páo) 'to dig' with 刨 (bào) 'to plane (wood)'. They have different pronunciations and meanings.
Example Sentences
1 shown他在地里 刨 土豆。
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Words Containing 刨
shaved or crushed ice dessert or beverage
planing tool
plane
planing
planer
lit. to dig up the root
to dig up roots and inquire at the base (idiom); to get to the bottom of sth
planing length
pencil sharpener
grater
wood shavings
particle board
gear-shaping
dog paddle (swimming style)
double column surface grinding machine