yin

noun

\ ˈyin

Definition of yin

: the feminine passive principle in nature that in Chinese cosmology is exhibited in darkness, cold, or wetness and that combines with yang to produce all that comes to be

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Recent Examples on the Web Hedison, a celebrated photographer, perfectly completed the couple's yin-and-yang vibe in a long navy dress while Foster wore a white gown with an intricate jewels throughout. — Ale Russian, PEOPLE.com, 8 July 2021 The tart and fruity dressing was the yin to the yang of the hearty mixture of heavy ingredients, creating balance in the salad. — Chuck Blount, San Antonio Express-News, 25 June 2021 Each is the yin to the other’s yang, helping and annoying each other. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2021 This yin-and-yang pair most definitely has a lot of love to give each other, as they can be seen snuggling with one another every night. — The Arizona Republic, 6 Mar. 2021 Anderson remembered how abundant the love between the Matsons felt, Arik the tall, muscular, doting husband and father, and Megan the sarcastic blue-eyed spitfire, her yin to his yang. — Star Tribune, 10 Jan. 2021 Level’s hazy comes in a black and gray can and represents the yin – or dark half of the ancient Chinese concept – while Old Town’s clear comes in reverse -- white and gray, representing the light half of the duality. — oregonlive, 4 Dec. 2020 In some ways, Bluntman is the yang to Topher’s yin. — Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2020 Try it at home: Fresca Original Citrus Sparkling Soda 6-pack, $4, instacart.com Kalimotxo The yang to the tinto de verano’s yin is a kalimotxo. — Alex Erdekian, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2020

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“Yin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yin. Accessed 31 Jul. 2021.

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English Language Learners Definition of yin

in Chinese philosophy : one of the two forces that together form everything that exists : the female principle of the universe that is considered dark and passive and is associated with earth

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