hui
9.9
A secret Chinese group of people with a shared goal
- noun
- /hweɪ/
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- Many secret societies like the Hui shaped the history of Chinese communities abroad.
Examples
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The Hui often organize events to promote their unique traditions and heritage.
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However, the nine Dragons he described as Hui Chong Dong Qi, it resonates in my guts and in my belly.
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The Hui is known for their distinct cultural practices and delicious cuisine.
Synonyms
secret society
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6.3
A group whose members keep their identity and activities hidden from others
is a Chinese group that can be open and focus on shared interest
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9.9
A Chinese community group that helps and protects members, often in secret
is a Chinese group for shared purpose rather than only immigrant fraternal groups
How Secret
Surface Forms
Etymology
Hui for a Chinese society comes from the Chinese word 会 which means 'meeting' or 'association', so a hui is like a club or group of people who join for a shared purpose.