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消磨
xiāomó
Description
消磨的意思是慢慢地用掉时间，常常是没有什么目的地打发时间。
The meaning of "消磨" is to slowly spend time, often without any particular purpose.
它也可以说慢慢地让人的意志或精神变弱。
It can also mean to gradually weaken a person's will or spirit.
Meanings
消磨xiāomó
to while away or pass time
他每天用看书来消磨时间。
He spends time every day reading books.
消磨xiāomó
to wear down (spirit, will)
太多失败消磨了他的意志。
Too many failures have worn down his will.
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Notes
- Etymology
消 (dissipate) + 磨 (grind/wear away), together suggesting gradually using up.
- Nuance
消磨时间 often implies aimless or idle passing of time.
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