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The character 遴 is a phono-semantic compound, combining the movement radical 辶 (indicating walking or progression) with the phonetic component 僯. Its etymological root conveys the sense of moving with difficulty or hesitation, which metaphorically evolved into the meaning of careful selection. Today, it primarily denotes the meticulous choosing or screening of individuals, especially for high-caliber positions, and is frequently used in formal and bureaucratic contexts to describe rigorous candidate assessment.
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