bới lông tìm vết
[ʔɓəːj˧˦ ləwŋ͡m˧˧ tim˨˩ vet̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to search fur for flaws
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to pick a hole in someone's coat
Common questions
What does “bới lông tìm vết” mean?
(verb) to search fur for flaws
Is “bới lông tìm vết” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.