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Chinese dictionary
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v.infmlavoid using taboo words or phrases
行船的人避讳“沉”。
In former times there existed a superstition whereby people onboard a ship avoided the word "sink".
我们仍然避讳谈论这事。
The subject is still a taboo to us.
脏话应该避讳。
Nasty words should be avoided.
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v.infmldodge; evade
她从不避讳。
She never avoids the issue.
男人应该避讳不良嗜好。
Men should reject bad habits.