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发明 (noun/verb)

To create or design something that has not existed before; or the thing that has been created. Usually relates to machines, processes, or systems.

💬 Example

"爱迪生发明了电灯泡。"

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
创造 研制 首创 设计 开发
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 发明 for natural phenomena (should be 发现).

Using 发明 for creative writing (should be 创作).

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