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The character 掏 is structured as a phono-semantic compound, combining the hand radical 扌 with the component 匋, which serves primarily as a phonetic element to guide pronunciation. Its etymological origin centers on the concrete action of using the hand to dig out, scoop, or extract something from within a container or confined space, a meaning that has persisted through its usage. Over time, while retaining this literal sense, the character has expanded into figurative domains, such as in the expression 掏心, which conveys the act of revealing one's innermost thoughts or emotions. The component 匋, though historically associated with pottery, does not contribute semantically in this context but consistently anchors the character's sound. Thus, 掏 has maintained its fundamental association with manual extraction while gradually acquiring abstract connotations related to disclosure or offering intangible aspects.
Example Sentences Hide
他掏出了钱包。
我掏钱买了这本书。
妈妈从包里掏出一把钥匙。
他小心翼翼地掏出了那张旧照片。
警察让嫌疑人掏出口袋里的东西。
为了找到丢失的戒指，她掏遍了整个抽屉。
记者试图从知情人口中掏出更多信息。
在清理池塘时，工人们掏出了大量淤泥。