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The character 赝 (traditional forms: 贋 or 贗) is a phono-semantic compound, combining the semantic component 贝 (shell), which historically represents money and commerce, and the phonetic component 雁 (wild goose), which also supplies the pronunciation. It designates objects that are counterfeit or forged, particularly imitations of antiques, artworks, or valuable goods created to deceive buyers. The core meaning is a lack of authenticity, emphasizing falsehood in material value or origin.
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