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The character 玷 is a phono-semantic compound. Its semantic radical 王, a variant of the jade radical 玉, indicates a connection to precious stones. The component 占 (zhān/zhàn), meaning "to divine" or "to occupy", primarily provides the phonetic element. Originally, 玷 referred to a physical flaw or blemish on jade, reflecting the ancient emphasis on the stone's purity. This meaning later extended metaphorically to describe a stain on one's character, reputation, or honor, often implying disgraced integrity.
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墨水玷污了他的衬衫。
谎言玷污了他的名誉。
这种行为玷辱了家族。
不要玷污这神圣的地方。
如果你这样做，会玷污你的名声。
他的名誉被流言玷污了。
那场丑闻彻底玷污了公司的形象。
尽管他努力澄清，但过去的错误仍玷污着他的职业生涯。