冯友兰 Traditional form: 馮友蘭 Pinyin (reading): Féng Yǒulán Definitions: Feng Youlan (1895-1990), distinguished Chinese philosopher Characters: 冯 - to gallop; by dint of; surname 友 - friend, companion; fraternity 兰 - orchid; elegant, graceful Traditional characters: 馮 - to gallop; by dint of; surname 友 - friend, companion; fraternity 蘭 - orchid; elegant, graceful