Common Meanings
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yí贻
to give; to present (as a gift)
他将珍贵的古籍贻赠给了图书馆。
He presented the precious ancient books to the library.
To leave behind; to cause (especially harm, error, or delay), often with negative connotations. For example, in "贻害" (to cause harm) or "贻误" (to cause delay/error).
不要因为一时的疏忽而贻误了重要的机会。
Don't let a moment of carelessness cause you to miss an important opportunity.