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yin (yin)

noun

in Chinese philosophy, the passive, negative, feminine force or principle in the universe, both contrasted with and complementary to the yang

Etymology: Mandarin yin, female, night, lunar

yin Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • become: But what's the best way to become more yin -- drink a glass of water?
  • consider: Since inhalation is considered yin and exhalation yang, both should operate together in a fluid circular motion.

Adjective modifier

  • wee: In Glasgow there is the hauf an ' a hauf and you can proceed to a wee swallie, or wee yin.
  • big: Tea Wyfe: Ay, a big braw yin.

Modifies a noun

  • energy: The yin earth has the most yin energy near the equator, and yang heaven has the most yang energy near the equator.
  • person: The xiao ren is a yin person in a yang position.

Modifying Another Word

  • very: You see, the middle of the night is very yin, and therefore a great time for vibrational communication.

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