失物招领
（失物招領）
shī wù zhāo lǐng
Noun
Meaning
1
lost and found
2
lost property office
Explanation
Refers to the place or service where lost items are kept and returned to their owners. Commonly seen in stations, shopping malls, etc.
Synonyms
失物招领处
Easily confused
招领
Etymology
From '失物' (lost property) + '招领' (to announce and claim).
Memory tips
A place where 'lost items (失物)' are 'advertised for owners to claim (招领)'—hence, 'lost and found'.
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