Definitions
(noun)
cloth; fabric; towel
(noun)
kerchief; headscarf
Etymology
Pictograph of a cloth hanging downwards.
About
The character "巾" originated as a pictograph representing a piece of cloth hanging down, and it has consistently denoted items made from fabric. Its structure is simple, comprising three strokes, and it serves as a radical in many characters, typically signaling a connection to cloth or textiles. The meaning of "巾" evolved from a general term for cloth to more specific referents such as towels, scarves, and headgear, while also forming part of compound words related to these objects.
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Example Sentences Hide
这条毛巾很软。
我用毛巾擦脸。
她戴了一条红围巾。
请给我一些纸巾。
妈妈把浴巾挂在浴室里。
跑步时他喜欢戴头巾。
如果天气冷，我会围上围巾。
她用柔软的毛巾轻轻擦拭婴儿的皮肤。