Ming
a dynasty in China, 1368–1644, marked by the restoration of traditional institutions and the development of the arts, especially in porcelain, textiles, and painting.
of or relating to the Ming dynasty or to the art objects and forms developed during this period.
noting the fine porcelains produced in the Ming dynasty, especially those produced by the imperial factory before 1620, noted for their brilliant, fine colors, chiefly underglaze or enamel on glaze, on a body of high quality.
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Ming, usually known by his in-game name Clearlove and a founding member of EDG, is the first player in China’s top professional LOL league to officially join the party, according to the team.
A top League of Legends player has joined China’s Communist Party | Jane Li | November 25, 2021 | QuartzMing Tsai“I don’t think we can talk about things like this without discussing the model minority myth, which has held down folks like me and Ming for decades … The model minority myth was created to drive a wedge.”
“When you have so many cops earning a living in these second jobs, the lines become blurred,” said Officer Ming.
And Melinda May (played by Ming-Na Wen, the best-known actor besides Gregg) was all poker face.
How ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ Finally Found Its Way | Jason Lynch | May 14, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThis arena broke apart like a huge Ming bowl, done in pastel shades.
Never mind that the Tribune props him up like a Ming vase now.
The Stacks: John Schulian’s Classic Profile of Newspaper Columnist Mike Royko | John Schulian | January 5, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTZhang Ming, a professor of politics at Renmin University, said he had heard that Mr. Xi was criticised by the party elders.
China: Xi Jinping Was Under Pressure Before Disappearance | The Telegraph | September 15, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTConsequently the Chinese (or Ming) emperor sent a large army to enforce his demand for the amount of money due him.
Our Little Korean Cousin | H. Lee M. PikeThe Siamese appellation is Ming-môn; apparently the native name in a state of composition.
The Ethnology of the British Colonies and Dependencies | Robert Gordon LathamKai Lung, however, remained unseen among the trees, not being desirous of obtruding himself upon Ming-shu unnecessarily.
Kai Lung's Golden Hours | Ernest BramahFoiled in his first attempt, the vindictive Ming-shu now creeps towards his end by a more tortuous path.
Kai Lung's Golden Hours | Ernest BramahMing-shu, on the contrary, disclosed all his voracious teeth without restraint.
Kai Lung's Golden Hours | Ernest Bramah
British Dictionary definitions for Ming
/ (mɪŋ) /
the imperial dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644
of or relating to Chinese porcelain produced during the Ming dynasty, characterized by the use of brilliant colours and a fine-quality body
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