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阋 (traditional 鬩) is a phono-semantic compound meaning internal conflict. The traditional character encloses the phonetic 兒 with 鬥 'fight'; the simplified form replaces 鬥 with 门 'door', adding a nuance of strife behind closed doors. It thus refers to feuding within a household, clique, or close-knit group, as opposed to open warfare between unrelated parties.
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