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The character "璨" is structured as a phono-semantic compound incorporating the jade radical 王 to signify its relation to precious stones and the component 粲 which serves as both phonetic indicator and semantic contributor denoting brightness. Etymologically, it originates from "粲" meaning bright or shining, with the jade radical added to specify the glittering quality of jade. Historically, the meaning of "璨" shifted from describing the luminous appearance of jade to encompassing a broader concept of brilliance and splendor for various subjects, while its compositional form has stayed unchanged.
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