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解封
jiěfēng
to lift restrictions, to unseal
政府宣布解封，人们可以自由出行了。
The government announced the lifting of restrictions, and people can travel freely now.
formal
To lift restrictions or a ban, typically after a period of lockdown or quarantine.
疫情结束后，城市终于解封了。
After the epidemic ended, the city finally lifted its lockdown.
Often used in the context of public health measures, such as ending a lockdown or quarantine.
general
To unseal or open something that was previously sealed, such as a document or container.
考古学家小心翼翼地解封了古墓中的陶罐。
Archaeologists carefully unsealed the clay pot from the ancient tomb.
Less common usage, typically used in formal or technical contexts.
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Common Usage
'解封' is often used in official announcements about ending lockdowns or quarantines.
Word Origin
Composed of '解' (to untie, to release) and '封' (to seal, to lock).
Usage Notes
Primarily used in formal contexts, especially in relation to public health or security measures. In everyday speech, '开放' (to open) is often used instead.
Word Breakdown
解
to untie, to release
root封
to seal, to lock
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