linsheng

See also: lǐnshēng

English

Etymology

Transliteration of Mandarin 廩生／廪生 (lǐnshēng).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /lɪnˈʃʌŋ/, /lɪnˈʃɛŋ/

Noun

linsheng (uncountable)

  1. (historical) In the ancient Chinese imperial examination system, the first class of shengyuan, who were the best performers in the college exam, and got to receive government-issued rations and pay for their academic achievements.
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