To use something valuable or precious for a trivial or unworthy purpose; to waste resources by applying high-value items to low-value tasks.
把名贵的丝绸用来擦地，简直是以冠补履，太浪费了
Using precious silk to wipe the floor is like mending shoes with a hat; it's an utter waste.
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