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The character "莹" derives from its traditional form "瑩", which structurally combines the radical "玉" for jade with the component "熒" indicating glow or light, thus etymologically conveying the concept of a gem-like radiance. Initially denoting the polished lustre of jade or precious stones, its meaning gradually broadened to describe general brightness, clarity, and purity in both literal and abstract senses. The simplified form "莹" maintains the "玉" radical at its base but streamlines the top element, subtly shifting the graphical representation while preserving the core association with luminous quality, and over time the character's usage has extended from material brilliance to metaphorical applications such as intellectual clarity or descriptive beauty.
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她的名字叫莹莹。
莹莹是个好孩子。
宝石发出莹光。
她的眼睛莹莹有神。
月光下，湖面莹莹如镜。
这块玉莹润洁白，非常珍贵。
在灯光照耀下，钻石闪烁着莹莹的光芒。
她佩戴的珍珠项链莹白透亮，衬托出她的优雅气质。