This is the 10869th most frequent Korean word.
그치고
"그치고" means "stopping" or "ending."
In this sentence, '그치고' is used to indicate the cessation of an event, specifically rain, before the next event occurs.
비가 그치고 나서 해가 떴다.
After the rain stopped, the sun appeared.
Here, '그치고' refers to the conclusion of a performance or activity, prompting a response from the audience.
노래가 그치고 모두가 박수를 쳤다.
After the song stopped, everyone applauded.
This usage illustrates the stopping of smoke, leading to the resurgence of fresh air.