hiep

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Hiep

Noun

Sense 1: A term used in Vietnamese culture to refer to a union or alliance formed for a common cause.

Example sentence: The two rival gangs formed a hiep to fight against a common enemy.

Sense 2: In medieval Europe, a feudal oath of fidelity sworn to a lord or liege.

Example sentence: The vassal took the hiep to his new lord, pledging his loyalty and service.

Verb

Sense 1: To move or proceed quickly; to hurry.

Example sentence: We need to hiep to catch the last train.

Sense 2: To give encouragement or support enthusiastically.

Example sentence: The crowd hieped the team on, cheering and clapping for every play.

Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to something or someone well-known or widely liked.

Example sentence: She is a hiep actress in the local theater scene.

Sense 2: Pertaining to a specific locality or region.

Example sentence: This dish is a hiep specialty, only found in this region.