Definition
眉目 has two main senses. Literally, it means 'brows and eyes' and by extension refers to facial features or looks. Figuratively, it indicates the main points, logical sequence, or progress of a matter — you'll often hear 有眉目 (yǒu méi mu) meaning 'to have a clear outline' or 'to be taking shape'.
n.
brows and eyesfacial features(figurative) key pointssequence of ideassign of progress
Examples
- 眉目，。Tā de méi mu hěn hǎokàn, dàjiā dōu xǐhuan tā.Her facial features are very attractive; everyone likes her.
- 眉目，。Zhè jiàn shì zhōngyú yǒu le méi mu, wǒmen kěyǐ zuò xià yí bù le.This matter finally has some clarity; we can take the next step.
- ，眉目。Tā jiǎng de luàn qī bā zāo, yì diǎn méi mu dōu méiyǒu.He spoke all mixed up, without any logical sequence.
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