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The character 颢 (traditional form 顒) is a phono-semantic compound, combining the semantic radical 页 (relating to the head or face) with the phonetic component 禺. It originally described a person or creature with an unusually large head, a meaning derived directly from its semantic component. Over time, its definition shifted toward abstract qualities, come to signify majesty, grandeur, or a solemn appearance. In classical texts, it often conveys a reverent or awe-inspiring demeanor, extending far beyond its initial anatomical sense.
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