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The character 奎, structurally composed of the element 大 positioned above 圭, derives from an early representation of the human stride, with 大 conveying the concept of a person with outstretched limbs and 圭, itself a compound of two earth radicals, suggesting a measured space. Initially denoting the span between one's legs when walking, its semantic application shifted over centuries to become primarily astronomical, referring to a specific constellation in traditional Chinese star lore that was visualized as resembling a striding figure. This celestial association eventually overshadowed its original corporeal meaning, solidifying 奎's place in the language as a term for that stellar grouping, while its structural form has remained consistent throughout its documented history.
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奎先生住在北京。
李奎是我的同学。
奎宁是一种药物。
我们学习了奎星的故事。
奎因医生治好了我的病。
这本书介绍了奎宁的用途。
在化学课上我们讨论了奎宁的结构。
由于奎宁的副作用医生建议谨慎使用。