Xinhua Dictionary is a must-have reference book for many people when they are young, and almost everyone has a copy in their hands. It is also a common reference book at home, because not only students use it, but many adults also pick up the Xinhua dictionary to check the definition of certain words when they need it. It can be said that Xinhua Dictionary accompanies the growth of each of us.
Recently, however, many people have heard the unexpected news that Xinhua Dictionary has been sued. What's going on?Because two netizens (some people also say that these two are associate professors) found that there were many improper interpretations in the new version of Xinhua Dictionary, they filmed a ** formal lawsuit against Xinhua Dictionary.
So what are the improper definitions in the new version of the Xinhua dictionary?In **, these two netizens pointed out the following points in detail: first of all, the word "play", one of the explanations appeared the word ***;The second is the word "don't", and the sentence of the pistol in the waist appears;There is also the word "tired", one of the explanations is that the child has become a burden when he is young.
What is unbelievable is that the explanation of the word "倭" in the new edition of the Xinhua dictionary is only a simple sentence: "In ancient times, it was called Japan". This raises questions because in the past, when Xinhua dictionaries explained a word, it usually used a common word to indicate it. However, the most common historical usage of the word "倭" refers to the Wako, but the dictionary omits this meaning, as if to erase the historical sins committed by the Wako. In addition, there are many pinyin errors.
*After these two were released**, I couldn't wait to pick up a new version of the Xinhua dictionary to check it out, and it turned out that it was indeed as they said. In fact, this is not the only case in the new version of the dictionary, as a similar problem has already occurred in the 11th edition. And as early as before, some netizens questioned that there have been a variety of improper interpretations in some versions of the Xinhua dictionary.
Upon inquiry by reporters, Article 25 of the "Regulations on the Administration of Publications" stipulates that no publication shall contain the following contents: (1) opposing the basic principles established by the Constitution;(2) Endangering national unity.
Sovereignty and territorial integrity;(3) divulging state secrets, endangering state secrets, or harming national honor and interests;(4) Inciting ethnic hatred or ethnic discrimination, undermining ethnic unity, or infringing upon ethnic customs and Xi;(5) Advocating cults or superstitions;(6) Disrupting social order or undermining social stability;(7) Advocating, gambling, violence, or instigating crimes;(8) Insulting or slandering others, infringing upon the lawful rights and interests of others;(9) Endangering social morality or the nation's excellent cultural traditions;(10) There is other content prohibited by laws, administrative regulations, or state provisions.
Article 26 stipulates that publications aimed at minors must not contain content that induces minors to imitate acts that violate public morality and illegal and criminal acts, and must not contain content that is terrorist, cruel, or otherwise harmful to the physical and mental health of minors.
As we all know, Xinhua Dictionary is mainly a reference book for primary school students, so this inappropriate interpretation will undoubtedly lead to misguided values. Some parents were surprised when they saw it and worried about how their children would explain it. As a result, there is confusion as to how exactly this situation is caused.
There are doubts as to whether this was intentional or negligent. Many people believe that this kind of mistake should not appear in an authoritative book like Xinhua Dictionary. Actually, we all know the reasons for this error.
After this paragraph, most netizens expressed their support, and also hoped that the relevant departments would pay attention to this matter and give a reasonable explanation. Because the Xinhua Dictionary is an important tool for primary school students to Xi, any improper interpretation may have a negative impact on children's values. Therefore, we need to seriously reflect on and solve this kind of problem to ensure the authority and accuracy of the Xinhua dictionary.