Definition
衣被 is a classical verb-object compound meaning to cover with blankets or to benefit someone. It is a separable verb (离合词): the verb 衣 and the object 被 can be separated, e.g., 衣了一床被. In modern usage, it is often used as a fixed whole in figurative expressions like 衣被天下 (to benefit all).
v.o.
to cover (with blankets or clothing)to benefitto do a favor
Examples
- 衣被，。Tā yī le háizi, yǐmiǎn zháoliáng.He covered the child to prevent catching cold.
- 衣被。Zhè xiàng shànjǔ yī le wúshù rén.This good deed benefited countless people.
- 衣被，。Tā yī le wǒ yì chuáng yī, wǒ fēicháng gǎnjī.He covered me with a blanket; I am very grateful.
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