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1. hold or carry in both hands

♦ ~着一个西瓜 hold a watermelon in both hands

♦ 她双手~着孩子的脸。 She cupped the child's face in her hands.

♦ 他~起水来喝了一大口。 He scooped up some water with his hands and took a big mouthful.

2. boost; exalt; extol; flatter

♦ 把某人~上天 praise sb. to the skies

量a double handful

♦ 一~枣儿 a double handful of dates