Definitions
(noun)
cave; hole; cavity
(noun)
acupuncture point
Etymology
Pictograph of a cave opening.
About
The character 穴 originated as a pictograph representing a cave or hollow space, with its modern form visually suggesting an enclosure with an opening. Initially denoting specifically a cavern or primitive dwelling, its meaning expanded to encompass any hole, pit, or cavity, and it later acquired specialized uses such as referring to acupoints in traditional Chinese medicine. This semantic extension occurred without alteration to the character's graphical structure, which has remained consistent in its traditional form.
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这个洞穴很深。
兔子住在洞穴里。
医生正在按压穴位。
探险队发现了一个新洞穴。
这个蚁穴的结构非常复杂。
穴位按摩有助于缓解疲劳。
他们在山壁上找到了一个隐蔽的洞穴。
这项政策的漏洞就像一个无法填补的穴。