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The simplified character 搂 is a phono-semantic compound with the hand radical 扌 on the left, indicating its meaning relates to hand actions. The right side, 娄, provides the phonetic element "lou". Its traditional form, 摟, pairs the same radical with the phonetic element 婁. The character primarily means to hold something closely in one's arms, as in hugging or embracing. When pronounced with a different tone, it describes gathering objects together, pulling them toward oneself, or tucking up clothing to keep it off the ground.
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妈妈搂着宝宝。
她搂住了我的朋友。
他搂了一些树叶。
小朋友互相搂着肩膀。
爷爷搂着孙子讲故事。
他用胳膊搂住她。
在寒冷的冬天，他们搂在一起取暖。
她轻轻搂住哭泣的孩子，低声安慰。