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Definition
The Weaver Girl, a mythological figure in a Chinese folk tale who meets her husband Cowherd once a year.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the mythological figure from the Qixi Festival legend. While it literally translates to weaver girl, it is almost exclusively used in the context of the romantic folktale involving the Cowherd. It is rarely used to describe an actual person who weaves fabric in modern daily life.
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Will the Weaver Girl meet the Cowherd on the night of the Qixi Festival?
According to the legend, the Weaver Girl is the daughter of the Heavenly Emperor.
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Common phrases
The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl
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