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The character "钮", whose traditional form is "鈕", is structured with the metal radical "金" on the left and the component "丑" on the right, the latter primarily functioning as a phonetic element. Its etymology points to an original meaning centered on metal protrusions like knobs, handles, or clasps, often found on ancient vessels or attire. From this specific sense of metal fittings, the term's application gradually widened to encompass various fastening and control mechanisms, including garment buttons and operational switches on tools or machines, thereby extending into more abstract uses denoting pivotal points. The simplified form "钮" retains the metal radical in its condensed shape "钅" while preserving the "丑" component, reflecting a continued link to objects made or derived from metal.
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这个按钮很实用。
衬衫上掉了一个钮扣。
机器上有许多按钮。
她小心地缝上了新钮扣。
按下绿色按钮启动设备。
这个遥控器的按钮有点不灵。
在操作面板上，每个钮都有特定功能。
设计师为这款手机设计了独特的侧边钮。