唐僧肉

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Chinese

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Xuanzang meat; flesh
simp. and trad.
(唐僧肉)
唐僧

Etymology

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Literally, “the flesh of the monk Tang Seng (Tang Sanzang)”. Tang Sanzang is the central character of the classical novel Journey to the West, whose flesh is reputed to have the ability of making its consumer immortal.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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唐僧肉

  1. (figurative) something highly attractive that every person wants a share of; something that is much coveted; a big bonus or benefit that is pursued at any cost