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咻 is a phono-semantic compound: the radical 口 (mouth) indicates vocal sounds, while the component 休 (rest) provides the pronunciation. Its original meanings cover panting, heavy breathing, groaning, and other indistinct noises, typically resulting from physical exertion or distress. The character also carries a distinct sense of a cacophony of voices, shouting or jeering, as when a crowd tries to distract or mock an individual.
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