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The character "镯" is etymologically a phono-semantic compound, integrating the metal radical "钅" to signify the typical material of such objects and "蜀" for its phonetic value, with its traditional form "鐲" retaining the complete radical "金" to emphasize this metallic association. Originally denoting a specific type of metal bracelet, often worn on the wrist or arm, its semantic scope gradually broadened to encompass bracelets made from diverse materials like jade or wood, reflecting shifts in decorative traditions and material use. This expansion in meaning did not alter the fundamental structure of the character, which continues to communicate its function as an ornamental band through its enduring components.
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她戴着玉镯。
妈妈送我一个银手镯。
这只金镯子非常贵重。
姐姐的手腕上戴着一对翡翠镯。
那只银镯是她母亲的遗物。
他把祖传的玉镯小心地收藏在盒子里。
翡翠镯在灯光下泛着温润的光泽。
看到这只熟悉的镯子，她不禁想起了童年的往事。