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yin

/jɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does yin mean?

noun

In traditional Chinese culture, yin is one of the two fundamental principles of the universe, associated with the feminine, receptive, and passive aspects of reality. It is often contrasted with yang, the masculine, creative, and active principle.

Example

"The yin energy of the forest was a perfect antidote to the stresses of city life."

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