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戒 is an ideogram combining the radical 戈, a halberd, with the component 廾, representing two hands. This depicts a figure holding a weapon with both hands in a state of alert, forming the original sense of standing guard or maintaining vigilance against threats. From this foundation of physical defense, the meaning extended to issuing warnings, admonishing, or imposing strict prohibitions. In religious and moral contexts, it further developed to signify monastic vows, dietary restrictions, or abstaining from harmful habits.
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他已经戒烟了。
我决定戒酒了。
她戴着一枚戒指。
他们戒备得很严。
戒除坏习惯很难。
他对陌生人很有戒心。
医生建议他戒糖以改善健康。
在佛教中，戒律是修行的重要部分。