chui
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Meaning
3 senses · 3 meanings
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duck under
To lower one's body in order to pass through a narrow space or under an obstacle.
vi Anh ấy chui qua khe hở nhỏ ở hàng rào.
en He ducked through the small gap in the fence.
sneak
To move quietly and secretly in order to avoid being noticed by other people.
vi Anh ấy chui vào phòng một cách rất khẽ khàng.
en He sneaked into the room very quietly.
illicit
Operating unofficially or violating the law in order to avoid government or legal oversight.
vi Cửa hàng này hoạt động chui để tránh sự kiểm soát.
en This shop operates illicitly to avoid oversight.