Definitions
(noun)
Qin dynasty (221-207 BC)
(noun)
Shaanxi province
Etymology
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The character "秦" originates from an agricultural reference, its structure traditionally illustrating the threshing of grain through components symbolizing both the grain itself and the implement used for its processing. This etymological foundation points to the term initially designating a geographical area valued for its abundant harvests, which later lent its name to the powerful Qin state that emerged there. As that state achieved dominance and established the first imperial dynasty in China, the character's meaning expanded to encompass these historical entities, subsequently evolving into a widespread surname while its visual form has maintained the essential compositional elements derived from its early conceptualization.
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秦朝很强大。
秦始皇是秦朝的皇帝。
秦岭是中国的重要山脉。
秦腔是一种传统的戏曲。
秦朝统一了文字和货币。
秦始皇陵兵马俑是世界文化遗产。
秦朝的法律非常严格。
秦朝虽然短暂，但影响深远。