Definition
营 is a noun that refers to a military camp, barracks, or a battalion-sized unit. As a verb (a separate entry) it can mean to operate, run, or manage something. In compounds you'll see it in 军营 (military camp), 营地 (campsite), and 营养 (nutrition).
n.
(military) battalioncamptemporary shelterbarracks (military housing)
Examples
- 营。Zhège yíng zhùzhā zài biānjìng fùjìn.This battalion is stationed near the border.
- 。Tāmen zài shān shàng dā le yí gè línshí yíng dì.They set up a temporary camp on the mountain.
- 。Shìbīngmen měitiān zǎochén zài yíng fáng qián jíhé.The soldiers assemble in front of the barracks every morning.
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