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The traditional form 綦 is a phono-semantic compound combining the semantic radical 糸 (silk thread) with the phonetic component 帛 (bó), while its simplified form 绵 replaces the silk radical with 纟. The silk radical roots the character in the continuous, unbroken nature of silk fibers, establishing its core meaning of something extended and uninterrupted. This concept extends beyond textiles to describe enduring qualities like a prolonged illness, gentle persistence, or a continuous mountain range. The sense of endless continuity makes it a common element in expressions for longevity, lasting strength, and intricate connections.
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这只绵羊很柔软。
细雨绵绵不断。
山脉绵延千里。
这块布料很绵软。
我愿尽绵薄之力。
他们的友谊绵长持久。
他的思维绵密而严谨。
历史如绵延的河流般悠长。