Definitions

1. noun

a type of stirrup or a small bridge, especially in China

“The horseman carefully mounted the tiao to continue his journey.”

2. noun

a measure of length or distance, especially in China

“The tiao was an essential unit of measurement for the ancient Chinese builders.”

3. noun

a type of Chinese cooking technique, where ingredients are cooked briefly in a wok

“The chef used the tiao technique to prepare the stir-fry.”

4. verb

to cook ingredients briefly in a wok, using the tiao technique

“She tiaoed the vegetables quickly to preserve their color and texture.”