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The character "守" is etymologically derived from the combination of the roof radical 宀, representing a dwelling, and the component 寸, which conveys the notion of a hand or measured action, originally illustrating the concrete act of guarding a household with attentive care. Its early usage centered on physical protection and custody, such as securing a place or watching over a domain, but over time its semantic scope expanded to encompass abstract duties like adhering to rules, observing laws, and maintaining traditions, reflecting a shift from literal defense to moral or principled steadfastness. While its graphical composition has remained consistent, with the roof element positioned above the hand element, the conceptual evolution from tangible safeguarding to intangible upholding illustrates how the character's applications broadened across centuries, integrating senses of preservation, compliance, and enduring commitment within various contexts.
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守卫我们的国家是军人的职责。
我哥哥是一名守门员。
他答应过的事情就一定会遵守。
她独自守着那间老房子。
保守这个秘密对我们很重要。
守时是一种基本的礼貌。
在困境中，他一直坚守着自己的信念。
这家公司以严格守法和诚信经营而闻名。