Ming
Concise Oxford English Dictionary © 2008 Oxford University Press:
Ming/mɪŋ/
▶noun
- 1 the dynasty ruling China from 1368 to 1644.
- 2 [as modifier] denoting Chinese porcelain made during the Ming dynasty, characterized by elaborate designs and vivid colours.
– origin Chin., lit. ‘clear or bright’.
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