Wanhsien
Wan-Hsien
/ (ˈwænˈʃjɛn) /
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noun
a variant transliteration of the Chinese name for Wanxian
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Words nearby Wanhsien
Wangensteen tube, Wang Jing Wei, wangle, Wang Yang-ming, Wanhal, Wanhsien, wanigan, waning, waning moon, wanion, wank
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How to use Wanhsien in a sentence
Since its foundation in 1887, the Inland Mission of Wanhsien has been conducted with brave perseverance.
An Australian in China|George Ernest MorrisonWanhsien is a very rich city, with wealthy merchants and great salt hongs.
An Australian in China|George Ernest MorrisonThey were the beggars of the city, who had just received their midday meal at the "Wanhsien Ragged Homes."
An Australian in China|George Ernest Morrison