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Meaning
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phosphorus
A non-metallic chemical element that glows in the dark and is an essential nutrient used in various fertilizers.
vi Cây lúa cần được bón thêm lân để rễ phát triển khỏe mạnh hơn.
en Rice plants need more phosphorus to develop healthier roots.
qilin
A mythical creature in East Asian culture that symbolizes prosperity, good fortune, and is one of the four sacred beasts.
vi Con lân là biểu tượng của sự may mắn và thái bình trong văn hóa phương Đông.
en The qilin is a symbol of luck and peace in East Asian culture.
encroach
To gradually move into or take control of a space or rights that belong to someone else without permission.
vi Người hàng xóm cứ lân dần sang phần đất công trước nhà.
en The neighbor keeps gradually encroaching on the public land in front of the house.