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肠 is the simplified form of 腸, a phono-semantic compound that pairs the flesh radical ⺼ (a variant of 月) with the phonetic 昜 (yáng). This radical categorizes the character as a body part, specifically, the intestines or bowels within the digestive tract of both humans and animals. Besides its anatomical sense, 肠 frequently occurs in figurative expressions for emotions, thoughts, and inner feelings. This metaphorical usage stems from a time-honored belief, rooted in Chinese medicine and philosophy, that the abdominal organs were intimately tied to one's temperament, anxieties, and overall emotional state.
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我喜欢吃香肠。
香肠是肉做的。
他肠胃不舒服。
肠道健康很重要。
医生检查了他的肠道。
这种食物容易伤肠胃。
她因为肠炎住院了。
微生物在肠道中发挥作用。
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