Definitions
soup cauldron; (arch.) sacrificial tripod with two handles and a lid; old variant of 硎[xíng]
Etymology
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The character '铏', whose traditional form is '鉶', combines the metal radical with the component '刑', which functions phonetically but also implicitly references the vessel's association with ritual offerings. Originally designating a specific ancient metal vessel used for holding ceremonial soups or meats, its meaning has narrowed over time to become an archaic term rarely encountered outside of classical texts or historical discussions, demonstrating a shift from a functional object to a lexical relic.
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