"harelip" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 兔唇（贬义，已过时）- 唇裂

Definition

一种出生时上嘴唇有裂缝的先天状况；该词现在被认为是过时且带有冒犯性，推荐用'唇裂'。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

“兔唇”在现代英语中被视为带歧视的过时词汇，应使用“唇裂”。仅在旧文献中可见，不适合描述患者。

Examples

He was born with a harelip.

他出生时有**唇裂**。

A harelip is treated by surgery.

**唇裂**可以通过手术治疗。

The old book mentioned a harelip.

那本旧书提到了**唇裂**。

"Harelip" is an old-fashioned word; now people say "cleft lip."

“**兔唇**”是个老词，现在大家说“唇裂”。

It's best not to use the term 'harelip' when talking about this condition.

谈论这种情况时，最好别说“**兔唇**”。

The doctor explained that 'harelip' isn't considered polite anymore.

医生解释说，“**兔唇**”这个说法已不够礼貌。