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The character "庭" is structured with the building radical "广", indicating a covered or enclosed space, combined with "廷", a component that itself denotes a court or governmental area, thus originally conveying the concept of an open courtyard before a hall or official building. Its etymology centers on a designated space for gatherings or ceremonies, often linked to authority or communal activity within a compound. Over time, the meaning expanded from strictly architectural courtyards associated with palaces or temples to include any enclosed outdoor area adjacent to a dwelling, while also developing metaphorical uses such as in legal contexts for courts of law. The character's form has remained consistent, with its components continuously reflecting the idea of a managed area related to human habitation or formal proceedings.
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我有一个幸福的家庭。
庭院里种满了花。
他在法庭上作证。
这个庭园设计很漂亮。
家庭支持对我很重要。
法官在法庭上宣布了判决。
清晨的庭院弥漫着花香。
庭审过程进行了三个小时。