To not be ashamed of wearing coarse or worn-out clothes; to maintain one's dignity and aspirations despite poverty or humble circumstances.
他虽然家境清贫，但缊袍不耻，勤奋好学，最终凭借自己的努力取得了成功。
Although his family was poor, he was not ashamed of his humble clothes; he studied diligently and eventually achieved success through his own efforts.
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Ancient
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