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The character "哺" is structured as a phonetic-semantic compound, combining the mouth radical "口" to indicate its association with oral functions and the component "甫" which primarily denotes its pronunciation. Initially denoting the specific action of chewing or holding food in the mouth, its meaning progressively expanded to encompass the broader act of feeding or supplying nourishment, particularly through the mouth, as seen in terms related to breastfeeding or nurturing. This semantic shift allowed the character to acquire metaphorical layers, extending into contexts of upbringing and intellectual cultivation, while its graphical composition has persisted without substantial alteration over time, reflecting its enduring linguistic function.
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母亲用乳汁哺育婴儿。
小鸟等待母亲哺食。
乌鸦有反哺的美好习性。
他立志投身于哺育他的乡村教育事业。
这本书像乳汁一样哺育了我的精神。
这种文化传统哺育了一代又一代的艺术家。
老教授用毕生心血哺育了众多学子。
他的成功，既靠个人奋斗，也得益于时代的哺育。