tay vịn
[taj˧˧ vin˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) handrail
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) a hostess in a karaoke bar who accompanies customers (sings, pours drinks, allows physical contact; often with suggestive connotations)
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “tay vịn” mean?
(noun) handrail
Is “tay vịn” formal or informal?
tay vịn is generally informal.