Chinese
lián
Meaning: to join or connect; to unite; a paired couplet line; a counter for linked forms; a surname
Part of Speech: Verb, Noun, Counter, Proper noun

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Example

兩個社團聯手舉辦公益活動。
两个社团联手举办公益活动。
The two clubs worked together to hold a charity event.

Usage Notes

In cooperation compounds it carries the idea of joining forces. It can also refer to lines in couplets or linked copies of a form.

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