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선비

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명사 · noun고유어 · native Korean word

Meaning

  1. 1.

    seonbi — scholar: (archaic) A person who pursues learning.

  2. 2.

    seonbi — (archaic) Literally, a virtuous scholar, a person who only pursues learning without holding a government post.

  3. 3.

    seonbi — A person who is learned, loyal, and honest, and has no desire for power or wealth.