Definitions
ornamental cap
Etymology phono-semantic
Phonetic:
求
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The character 俅 (qiú) is a phono-semantic compound. The left-side radical 亻 (rén, standing person) places it within the semantic field of human attributes or behaviors, while the right-side component 求 (qiú) provides its pronunciation. Historically, it is best known from classical texts like the "Classic of Poetry" (Shijing), where the reduplicated form 俅俅 (qiúqiú) describes a respectful and dignified appearance, often linked to court officials wearing ceremonial headgear. Its use is largely confined to classical literature and poetry, appearing in analyses of ancient ceremonial comportment.
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