钟鼎

zhōngdǐng

钟鼎 — zhōngdǐng

1. lit. bronze bells and tripods (important ritual vessels); fig. people of high rank or powerful families; positions of high office and influence

   他出身钟鼎之家，家世显赫。 tā chūshēn zhōngdǐngzhījiā jiāshì xiǎnhè — He comes from a family of high rank and great prestige.