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cheng

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈtʃɛŋ// cheng

n. a traditional Chinese garment with a stand-up collar and side fastenings. It is often worn for special occasions or as a symbol of Chinese culture.

n. a traditional Chinese jacket or tunic, typically featuring a mandarin collar and frog fastenings. Often used as a cultural symbol in fashion and diplomacy.


SIMPLE

She wore a red cheng to the wedding.

CONTEXTUAL

The diplomat chose a silk cheng for the state dinner to honor local traditions.

COMPLEX

The designer's collection blended modern tailoring with the elegant lines of the traditional cheng, creating a fusion of East and West.

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