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Wanhsien

Wan-Hsien

/ (ˈwænˈʃjɛn) /

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 moon, wanion, wank, Wankel
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Example sentences from the Web for Wanhsien

  • They 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

  • Wanhsien is a very rich city, with wealthy merchants and great salt hongs.

    An Australian in China|George Ernest Morrison

  • Since its foundation in 1887, the Inland Mission of Wanhsien has been conducted with brave perseverance.

    An Australian in China|George Ernest Morrison