moat in Chinese
moat in Chinese is 壕 — moat means a deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, dug around a castle or fort for defence.
moat in Chinese
壕
Pronounced: háo
A deep, wide defensive ditch, normally filled with water, surrounding a fortified habitation.
What does "moat" mean?
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noun A deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, dug around a castle or fort for defence.
"Visitors crossed a wooden drawbridge over the moat to enter the castle."
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noun A business advantage that protects a company from competitors.
"The brand's loyal customer base gives it a strong economic moat."
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verb To surround something with a moat.
"The estate was moated on all sides for extra security."
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moat in a sentence
- Visitors crossed a wooden drawbridge over the moat to enter the castle.
- The brand's loyal customer base gives it a strong economic moat.
- The estate was moated on all sides for extra security.
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What is "moat" in Chinese?
"moat" in Chinese is 壕. moat means: A deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, dug around a castle or fort for defence.
How do you pronounce 壕?
"moat" in Chinese is 壕, pronounced "háo".
How do you use "moat" in a sentence?
Example: "Visitors crossed a wooden drawbridge over the moat to enter the castle." In Chinese, "moat" is 壕.
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