Definitions
small house connected to large one
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The character 簃 is a phono-semantic compound, with the semantic bamboo radical 竹 on top and the phonetic component 移 below. The bamboo radical suggests an original connection to bamboo construction, such as building materials or partitions. It denotes a small room, annex, or side chamber attached to a larger main building. Commonly used in classical architectural terminology and for naming personal studies, libraries, or quiet retreats, the character describes a specialized residential or scholarly space historically built with bamboo elements.
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