lẫy

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Definition

1. Noun:

   • The trigger or catch of a crossbow: A component of a traditional crossbow (nỏ) that releases the bowstring to fire the bolt.
   • The trigger or latch of a lock: A mechanical part in a lock that serves as a catch or release mechanism.

2. Verb:

   • To roll over (for an infant): Describes the action of a baby turning over from lying on its back to lying on its stomach.

Usage Examples

• Noun:

  • Người thợ sửa cái lẫy của cây nỏ. (The craftsman repaired the trigger of the crossbow.)
  • Lẫy khóa bị gãy nên cửa không mở được. (The latch of the lock is broken, so the door won't open.)

• Verb:

  • Bé mới bốn tháng tuổi nhưng đã biết lẫy. (The baby is only four months old but already knows how to roll over.)

Advanced Usage

• The verb "lẫy" is almost exclusively used in the context of infant development. For general "rolling over" actions by adults or objects, other verbs like "lăn" are more common.

Variants and Related Words

• Lẫy lừng (adjective): This is a separate, idiomatic adjective meaning "resounding," "celebrated," or "illustrious."
  • Một chiến thắng lẫy lừng. (A resounding victory.)

Synonyms

• Noun (for crossbow/lock): trigger, catch, latch, release.
• Verb (for baby): to turn over, to roll over.

Related Idioms

• There are no common idioms directly using the word "lẫy" in its core meanings. The adjective "lẫy lừng" is a fixed phrase.