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The word 倾倒 is formed by combining the character 倾, which means to lean or incline, with 倒, which means to fall or overturn; together, they create a compound where 倾 describes a tilting motion that leads to the action of 倒, resulting in meanings such as toppling over or pouring out, and by extension, expressing intense admiration.

Word Definition - 倾倒

qīng dào to topple over; to fall over; to greatly admire; to prostrate oneself before; to dump; to pour out; to empty out

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