Definition
废弃 means to discard or abandon something because it is no longer useful — used for both physical objects (machines, documents) and abstract things (plans, ideas). Unlike 抛弃 (which often implies giving up on people or relationships), 废弃 is neutral and focuses on the item's uselessness. 遗弃 is more morally loaded, used for abandoning people, animals, or duties.
verb
to discardto abandon (something no longer useful)
Examples
- 废弃。Gōngchǎng fèi qì le nà tái jiù jīqì.The factory discarded that old machine.
- 废弃。Zhèxiē wénjiàn yǐjīng fèi qì bú yòng le.These documents have been abandoned and are no longer used.
- 废弃。Tāmen juédìng fèi qì yuánlái de fāng'àn.They decided to abandon the original plan.
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