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五花八门 (wǔ huā bā mén)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

Describes something of a wide variety or diverse range, often referring to many different kinds or types.

Definition (中文解释)

原指五行阵和八门阵。这是古代两种战术变化很多的阵势。比喻变化多端或花样繁多。

Derivation (典故出处)

《虞初新志·孙嘉淦》伏龙以西,群峰乱峙,四布罗列,如平沙万幕,八门五花。”

Example (造句示例)

The street market has a five flowers eight doors selection of goods from all over the world.