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As a phono-semantic compound, 塍 combines the semantic radical 土 (earth, soil) with the phonetic component 朕, which indicates its pronunciation. The earth radical signals its meaning: a raised earthen path or dividing ridge between agricultural fields. These ridges are practical in farming, used to retain water in rice paddies and serve as walkways, making 塍 a specialized term in traditional agriculture and land management.
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