| 1 make use of; take advantage of (an opportunity, etc. ): |
| | 借这次大会的东风 make the most of the favourable situation brought about by the congress |
| | 火借风势,越烧越旺。 Fanned by the wind, the fire burned ever more furiously. |
| | 部队借着月光急速前进。 The troops marched swiftly forward by the light of the moon. |
| | 我愿借此机会向大家表示感谢。 I wish to take this opportunity to thank everyone. |