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The character "镴", denoting pewter or a solder alloy, is the simplified form of the traditional character "鑞", both comprising a metal radical and the phonetic component "巤". Its structure consistently combines the categorical metal indicator with "巤", which historically provided a phonetic clue rather than semantic content. The term has long referred to low-melting-point alloys used in joining metals or crafting items, with its meaning remaining closely tied to this specific metallic substance throughout its usage.
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