yin

n. one of two opposite forces in Chinese philosophy, representing things that are dark, cool, quiet, and female.

n. the passive, female, or negative principle in Chinese cosmology, associated with darkness, cold, and moisture.

“In traditional medicine, a healthy body requires a balance between yin and yang.”

“The philosopher argued that the modern obsession with constant activity represents an excess of yang, neglecting the restorative power of yin.”

n. another name for the Shang dynasty in ancient China.

n. an alternative designation for the Shang dynasty, particularly associated with its final capital city.

“Historians sometimes refer to the later period of the Shang as the Yin dynasty.”

“Archaeological excavations at the site of the ancient capital provided significant insights into the ritual practices of the Yin era.”

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