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The simplified character 龙 derives from the traditional form 龍, an intricate pictograph depicting a mythical serpentine creature with a large head, horns, a sinuous body, and scales. Its simplified form abstracts the right side of 龍 into a flowing curve that stylistically echoes the original creature’s silhouette. 龙 represents the East Asian dragon, an auspicious, powerful water deity distinct from destructive Western dragons. Its meaning extends to symbolize imperial power, the Emperor, masculine energy, and extraordinary human achievement.
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恐龙非常大。
孩子们喜欢恐龙。
我喜欢吃龙虾。
龙舟比赛很热闹。
龙卷风非常危险。
我们在博物馆看到恐龙化石。
如果看到龙卷风，就要赶紧躲避。
中国古代皇帝常以龙象征权力。