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The character "胪" derives from its traditional form "臚", which structurally combines the "肉" radical, often associated with bodily aspects, with the phonetic component "盧" indicating its pronunciation. Initially denoting the skin or outer surface of the body, its meaning expanded to involve the act of laying out or enumerating, evident in the compound "胪列". The simplified form substitutes "盧" with "卢", preserving the phonetic role while reducing complexity. This semantic transition from a physical reference to an abstract action of listing illustrates a shift in application without altering the character's fundamental structural logic.
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