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The character "膛" is structured as a phono-semantic compound, combining the radical "肉", which signifies flesh or the body, with the component "堂", primarily indicating its pronunciation. Etymologically, this composition points to an initial meaning related to the thoracic cavity or chest, reflecting the radical's semantic influence. Over time, the term's application broadened from describing this anatomical hollow space to encompass analogous enclosed areas, such as the chamber within a firearm where the projectile is seated, illustrating a semantic extension based on shared characteristics of interior voids. This shift from a biological reference to a mechanical one occurred without altering the character's fundamental form, showcasing how its conceptual scope evolved while maintaining its structural integrity.
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他挺起胸膛走路。
子弹卡在枪膛里。
炉膛里的火很旺。
医生检查了他的胸膛。
这把枪的膛线需要清理。
士兵迅速把子弹上膛。
炉膛的温度高达一千度。
膛压过高可能导致枪械爆炸。