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The character "迪" is constructed from the semantic component 辵, which implies movement or progression, and the phonetic component 由, which historically guided its pronunciation. Its earliest etymological sense centered on the concrete act of guiding or leading along a path, with an inherent notion of following a way forward. Over time, this meaning broadened into more abstract domains, evolving to denote moral or intellectual guidance, as exemplified in classical texts and modern compounds such as "启迪", where it conveys enlightenment or the opening of understanding. This semantic shift from physical direction to metaphorical illumination occurred while the character's structure remained consistent, reflecting its enduring conceptual link to forward motion and development.
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我们去迪士尼玩吧。
我的朋友名叫迪迪。
这辆车是奥迪品牌。
迪厅的音乐太响了。
他的演讲启迪了听众。
这个理论启迪了我的思考。
麦迪在比赛中表现出色。
他致力于启迪儿童的创造力。