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The character "搐" is structured as a phono-semantic compound combining the hand radical (扌) with the phonetic element "畜", the latter indicating its pronunciation while the former semantically associates it with manual action or movement. Etymologically, it derives from the notion of pulling or drawing, which aligns with its core meaning of involuntary muscular contractions or twitching. Throughout its historical usage, the character has maintained this specific meaning, primarily appearing in contexts describing spasmodic physical reactions, and its semantic stability is reflected in its consistent application within medical and descriptive texts. The composition of the character effectively encapsulates its function, with the hand radical underscoring the action involved and the phonetic component providing auditory correspondence.
Example Sentences Hide
他的腿在抽搐。
宝宝突然抽搐了。
抽搐是一种常见症状。
医生正在检查他的抽搐原因。
高温可能引起幼儿抽搐。
她因剧烈疼痛而面部抽搐。
癫痫患者发作时会全身抽搐。
这种药物能有效抑制肌肉的搐动。