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The character "嗜" is a phono-semantic compound formed by the semantic component "口", denoting the mouth and by extension matters of taste and appetite, combined with the phonetic component "耆", which historically provided its pronunciation. Its etymology traces back to classical texts where it conveyed a persistent liking or desire, often for food or drink, aligning with the mouth radical's implication. Over centuries, the meaning expanded to encompass any strong habitual inclination, not solely gastronomic, while retaining its core sense of a pronounced fondness. The character's structure has remained consistent, with no significant graphical alterations, and its usage continues to reflect the concept of a predilection that may border on compulsion.
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我的嗜好是喝茶。
他嗜好收集邮票。
她特别嗜甜食。
弟弟嗜玩电子游戏。
过度嗜酒有害健康。
他的嗜好是收集古董。
她虽然嗜咖啡，但从不加糖。
鉴于他嗜烟多年，医生建议他戒烟。