Definitions
to loosen; to open
Etymology
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The character 闿, simplified from the traditional form 闓, is structured with the door radical 门 (門 in its traditional form) combined with the component 岂 (豈 traditionally). The door radical semantically relates to gates or openings, while 岂 primarily serves as a phonetic indicator. Etymologically, the character originally conveyed the literal sense of opening a gate or door, as seen in classical texts. Over time, its meaning expanded to include metaphorical uses such as to enlighten or to clarify, reflecting a shift from physical to abstract applications. The character's structure has remained consistent in its composition, with the simplified form altering the radical while retaining the phonetic component.
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